Detroit, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Detroit, Michigan?
$1,140 / month
for a family, 78.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $13,680 for the year for a family.
$2,833 / month
for a single person, 40.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $34,000 for the year for a single person.

Detroit cost of living score
91.8
Less expensive
8.2% lower
than the US average
0.3% higher
than the Michigan average
Detroit, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 91.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.2% lower than the U.S. average and 0.3% lower than the average for Michigan.

Detroit, MI

Housing costs in Detroit?
A typical home costs $71,600, which is 78.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 67.3% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Detroit costs $1,080 per month, which is 24.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Detroit?
To live comfortably in Detroit, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $13,680 for a family, and $34,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Detroit?
Detroit, Michigan boasts a surprisingly low cost-of-living that makes it an attractive option for anyone looking for value for their money. From reasonably priced single-family homes to inexpensive apartment rentals - Detroit offers plenty of ways to stay within your budget. Furthermore, groceries and transportation expenses remain quite reasonable compared with other parts of the country - making it a great city if you're trying to save money without sacrificing quality or experiences.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesDetroitMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
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    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  89.7  Unlock100.0
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  114.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 2 years ago

Have lived in the area for over a year (suburb of Grosse Pointe), but I work in downtown Detroit. I'm amazed at how cool this city is. So much to do and see, tat we  More

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Spent some time in the city but lived in multiple suburban areas in the metro area. I lived in Farmington Hills, Novi, Birmingham, and Rochester. Really, all were great.  More

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Cold, unfriendly, envious people within the city limits. The unfriendliness can turn into aggression and sometimes even bullying. Crabs in a barrel reside here and the  More

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