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SAN_DIEGO vs. DETROIT
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San Diego, California vs. Detroit, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is
44.7%
cheaper
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$27,650
in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is
cheaper
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% cheaper in Detroit
than in San Diego, California
San_Diego, CA vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to San_Diego, Detroit is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
44.7% lower
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Food
18.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
91.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.7% lower
Commute
48.3% higher
Health
8.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% lower
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