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
$1,901
$1,347
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,153
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$43,073
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$83,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
100.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$1,402
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$196
👥 People living there
487,887
638,530
Commute to work
22.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
42.7%
18.1%
Own their home
60.9%
50.3%
Below poverty line
9%
32.7%
Unemployment
5.6%
14%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs 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 | Colorado Springs | Detroit | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $60,510 | $86,370 | +43% in Detroit |
| Electrician | $59,210 | $81,990 | +38% in Detroit |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $84,480 | -29% in Detroit |
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $134,980 | +27% in Detroit |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $103,670 | -19% in Detroit |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $37,490 | -19% in Detroit |
| Cashier | $35,740 | $30,090 | -16% in Detroit |
| Carpenter | $57,430 | $65,810 | +15% in Detroit |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Detroit cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
About $59,756 a year gives the same standard of living in Detroit.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Detroit?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $43,073 in Detroit, 112% more in Colorado Springs.
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