Redding, California vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 24.4% cheaper than Redding, California.

You would need a salary of $37,801 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Redding, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is cheaper than Redding, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Battle Creek
than in Redding, California
Redding, CA vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Redding, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.4% lower
      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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% lower
  Commute
  5.1% higher
  Health
  22.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower