Peoria, Illinois vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 20.0% more expensive than Peoria, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $120,027 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Peoria, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Peoria, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
140% more expensive in Detroit
than in Peoria, Illinois
Peoria, IL vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Peoria, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.0% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  140.9% higher
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower