Boston, MA vs Detroit, MI

Rent & cost of living comparison

Detroit, MI is 61% cheaper to rent than Boston, MA, with median rents of $1,345 vs $3,454. Household income is higher in Boston, MA ($97,344 vs $39,938). Boston, MA has a notably higher share of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher (54.9%).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents