San Fernando, California vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 39.9% cheaper than San Fernando, California.

You would need a salary of $30,068 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in San Fernando, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than San Fernando, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Detroit
than in San Fernando, California
San Fernando, CA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to San Fernando, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.9% 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
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% lower
  Commute
  11.4% higher
  Health
  9.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower