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Cost & Benefits

Boston vs Detroit

Simple answer

You'd likely save $1,073 a month in Detroit.

Typical rent is $2,147 in Boston and $1,074 in Detroit. This is the Census typical rent, not a promise about your lease.

Boston

Massachusetts

Typical rent
$2,147
Typical pay
$97,344 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$3,008
Price index
108.3 (metro)

Detroit

Michigan

Typical rent
$1,074
Typical pay
$39,938 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$1,459
Price index
100.3 (metro)

Benefits after a move

Benefit rules change with the state, not the city. Check both state guides before you move.