Salina, Kansas vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 9.4% more expensive than Salina, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $54,698 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Salina, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is more expensive than Salina, Kansas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
57% more expensive in Battle Creek
than in Salina, Kansas
Salina, KS vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Salina, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.4% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  57.9% higher
  Health
  10.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% higher