salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Detroit to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,018
$1,347
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,407
$1,153
💵 Families earn per year
$86,862
$43,073
🔑 Buying a house
$371,700
$83,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
100.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,619
$1,402
⚡ Electric bill per month
$203
$196
👥 People living there
411,986
638,530
Commute to work
23.6 min
24.8 min
College degree
23.6%
18.1%
Own their home
60.6%
50.3%
Below poverty line
16.3%
32.7%
Unemployment
7%
14%
Bottom line
- Pick Bakersfield for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Bakersfield | Detroit | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician Assistant | $198,070 | $131,830 | -33% in Detroit |
| Plumber | $66,450 | $86,370 | +30% in Detroit |
| Dental Hygienist | $114,380 | $84,480 | -26% in Detroit |
| Registered Nurse | $128,810 | $97,280 | -24% in Detroit |
| Nurse Practitioner | $165,580 | $134,390 | -19% in Detroit |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,900 | $65,210 | -18% in Detroit |
| Medical Assistant | $46,560 | $39,410 | -15% in Detroit |
| Pharmacist | $161,930 | $137,770 | -15% in Detroit |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bakersfield or Detroit cheaper to live in?
Bakersfield and Detroit cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Detroit to match $60,000 in Bakersfield?
About $59,650 a year gives the same standard of living in Detroit.
Where do people earn more, Bakersfield or Detroit?
The typical household earns $86,862 in Bakersfield and $43,073 in Detroit, 102% more in Bakersfield.