Cost of Living Calculator - Staples, Minnesota vs Battle Creek, Michigan


The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 10.4% more expensive than Staples, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $55,217 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Staples, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is more expensive than Staples, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
36% more expensive in Battle Creek
than in Staples, Minnesota
Staples, MN vs Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Staples, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% higher
      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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  24.2% higher
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% higher

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