Cost of Living Calculator - Wapello, Iowa vs Detroit, Michigan


The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 16.3% more expensive than Wapello, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $58,126 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Wapello, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Wapello, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
132% more expensive in Detroit
than in Wapello, Iowa
Wapello, IA vs Detroit, MI
Compared to Wapello, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.3% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  132.5% higher
  Health
  30.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower

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