Salinas, California vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 36.9% cheaper than Salinas, California.

You would need a salary of $41,036 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Detroit
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Salinas, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  77.6% higher
  Health
  43.1% lower
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  Personal
  6.0% lower
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