Topeka, Kansas vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 12.6% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $56,282 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
141% more expensive in Detroit
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Topeka, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% lower
  Commute
  141.3% higher
  Health
  24.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower