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


The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 23.2% more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $92,397 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
177% more expensive in Detroit
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs Detroit, MI
Compared to Waterloo, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.2% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  177.3% higher
  Health
  21.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher

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