Shelby, North Carolina vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 11.3% more expensive than Shelby, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $55,646 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Shelby, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Shelby, North Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
160% more expensive in Detroit
than in Shelby, North Carolina
Shelby, NC vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Shelby, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
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  11.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  9.1% lower
  Commute
  160.7% higher
  Health
  29.2% lower
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  Personal
  1.7% higher
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