Cost of living in Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo, United States is Slightly expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1558 for one person and $4187 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Kalamazoo compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Kalamazoo are 9% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Kalamazoo compare to your city?

Kalamazoo is 52% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Kalamazoo is, on average, 67% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Kalamazoo?

Who is Kalamazoo a good fit for?

Kalamazoo is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Kalamazoo so expensive?

The primary reason for the higher costs in Kalamazoo is the increased rent and utilities, which contribute significantly to living expenses.

Is food expensive in Kalamazoo?

Food costs in Kalamazoo are 4% higher than the European benchmark, making it slightly more expensive for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Kalamazoo?

Public transport in Kalamazoo is 33% lower than the European benchmark, making it a cost-effective option for many residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1558 $
Without Rent
686 $
Rent & Utilities
872 $
Food
494 $
Transport
50 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3356 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
73.6K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.9 $
Dinner 52.8 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 8.96 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.52 $
Capuccino 4.91 $
Coke, 330ml 2.35 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.73 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.9 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.98 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.52 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.83 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.4 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.67 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.92 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.19 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.63 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.89 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.21 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.99 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.77 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.34 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.92 $
Cigarette pack 6.98 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.99 $
Monthly Pass 60.6 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.88 $
Taxi, 8 km 13.6 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 121 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.36 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.8 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.57 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 80 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 122 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 54.5 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 650 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,669 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,089 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,501 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,438 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,153 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,356 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.42%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 40.8 $
Cinema, 1 seat 9.43 $
Haircut 16.4 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 80.8 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 45.8 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 666 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 11,042 $

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Kalamazoo vs George Town (George Town is 134% more expensive)
Bahamas
Kalamazoo vs Nassau (Nassau is 77% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Freeport (Freeport is 41% more expensive)
Vanuatu
Kalamazoo vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 51% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Luganville (Luganville is 96% more expensive)
United States
Kalamazoo vs New York City (New York City is 160% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 105% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Chicago (Chicago is 71% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Houston (Houston is 44% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 52% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 63% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 41% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Diego (San Diego is 115% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Dallas (Dallas is 64% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Jose (San Jose is 136% more expensive)
Canada
Kalamazoo vs Toronto (Toronto is 65% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Montreal (Montreal is 25% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Calgary (Calgary is 38% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 44% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 15% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 13% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 59% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 70% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Brampton (Brampton is 37% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 38% more expensive)
Barbados
Kalamazoo vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 13% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Holetown (Holetown is 11% less expensive)
Panama
Kalamazoo vs Panama City (Panama City is 11% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Colon (Colon is 24% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 21% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 32% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs David (David is 47% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 39% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Balboa (Balboa is 20% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Pacora (Pacora is 20% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Chitre (Chitre is 30% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Penonome (Penonome is 30% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Kalamazoo vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 20% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Cayon (Cayon is 20% less expensive)
Cuba
Kalamazoo vs Havana (Havana is 34% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 9% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Holguin (Holguin is 18% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 2% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 32% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 25% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo has similar costs) Kalamazoo vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 0% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 30% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 44% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Kalamazoo vs San Jose (San Jose is 20% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Limon (Limon is 23% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Liberia (Liberia is 42% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 21% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 18% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Cartago (Cartago is 38% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Heredia (Heredia is 20% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 8% more expensive) Kalamazoo vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 16% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Kalamazoo vs Castries (Castries is 26% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 23% less expensive)
Jamaica
Kalamazoo vs Kingston (Kingston is 15% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 50% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 35% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 25% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs May Pen (May Pen is 47% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 37% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 46% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Linstead (Linstead is 33% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 28% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 27% less expensive)
El Salvador
Kalamazoo vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 23% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 54% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 25% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 31% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 25% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Apopa (Apopa is 27% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 23% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 7% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 30% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 43% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Kalamazoo vs St. John's (St. John's is 30% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs All Saints (All Saints is 31% less expensive)
Grenada
Kalamazoo vs St. George's (St. George's is 32% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Grenville (Grenville is 32% less expensive)
Dominica
Kalamazoo vs Roseau (Roseau is 36% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 27% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Kalamazoo vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 37% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 36% less expensive)
Belize
Kalamazoo vs Belize City (Belize City is 44% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 30% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 53% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 14% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 1% more expensive)
Guatemala
Kalamazoo vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 35% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Mixco (Mixco is 59% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Coban (Coban is 41% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 50% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 42% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 42% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 44% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 44% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Flores (Flores is 45% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 49% less expensive)
Honduras
Kalamazoo vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 47% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 33% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Choloma (Choloma is 62% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 58% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 43% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 44% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 54% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 54% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Yoro (Yoro is 53% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs La Lima (La Lima is 44% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Kalamazoo vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 49% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 33% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 51% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Higuey (Higuey is 51% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs La Vega (La Vega is 63% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 47% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 53% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 66% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 60% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Bonao (Bonao is 65% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Kalamazoo vs Managua (Managua is 50% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Leon (Leon is 59% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Masaya (Masaya is 54% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 65% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 59% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Esteli (Esteli is 62% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Granada (Granada is 55% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 71% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 57% less expensive) Kalamazoo vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 43% less expensive)