Cost of Living Calculator - Renton, Washington vs Detroit, Michigan


The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 38.7% cheaper than Renton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $46,010 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Renton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Renton, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Detroit
than in Renton, Washington
Renton, WA vs Detroit, MI
Compared to Renton, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.7% 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
  14.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.6% higher
  Commute
  24.8% higher
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.9% lower

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