salaryDetroit is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Moreno Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,347
$2,591
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$2,138
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$100,540
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$503,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$3,349
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$168
👥 People living there
638,530
211,666
Commute to work
24.8 min
35.5 min
College degree
18.1%
17.8%
Own their home
50.3%
63.3%
Below poverty line
32.7%
11.7%
Unemployment
14%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Moreno Valley cheaper to live in?
Detroit is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,347 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Moreno Valley to match $60,000 in Detroit?
About $66,235 a year gives the same standard of living in Moreno Valley.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Moreno Valley?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $100,540 in Moreno Valley, 57% more in Moreno Valley.