Salem, Ohio vs. Lansing, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lansing, Michigan is 4.9% more expensive than Salem, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,470 in Lansing, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lansing, Michigan is more expensive than Salem, Ohio
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
58% more expensive in Lansing
than in Salem, Ohio
Salem, OH vs. Lansing, MI
Compared to Salem, Lansing is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  34.1% higher
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher