Cost of Living Calculator - Owensboro, Kentucky vs Detroit, Michigan


The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 10.6% more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $221,208 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
140% more expensive in Detroit
than in Owensboro, Kentucky
Owensboro, KY vs Detroit, MI
Compared to Owensboro, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  140.6% higher
  Health
  33.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower

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