Detroit vs Cleveland: Cost of Living

Last updated 2026-06-15 · MovePlan Editorial Team

Detroit is about 1% cheaper overall. Here is how Detroit and Cleveland compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.

• Detroit cost-of-living index: 89 vs 100
• Cleveland cost-of-living index: 90 vs 100
• Detroit median 2BR rent: $1,200/mo
• Cleveland median 2BR rent: $1,200/mo

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