San Jose, California vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 58.7% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $48,682 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% cheaper in Detroit
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to San Jose, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  58.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  94.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  24.0% lower
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  Personal
  7.5% lower
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