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SACRAMENTO vs. DETROIT
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Sacramento, California vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
27.1%
cheaper
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$262,578
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
cheaper
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Detroit
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Sacramento, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
83.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% lower
Commute
47.4% higher
Health
21.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.7% lower
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