Is Baltimore more expensive than Ann Arbor?

Baltimore is 0.2% more expensive than Ann Arbor overall. Rent is 27.4% lower, groceries 6.1% more expensive, and restaurants 14.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ann Arbor or Baltimore?

Ann Arbor has a purchasing power index of 156.8 while Baltimore has 153.7 (NYC = 100). Ann Arbor offers better purchasing power.

Ann Arbor vs Baltimore: Baltimore is 0.2% more expensive, rent 27% lower (2026)

Category	🇺🇸 Ann Arbor	🇺🇸 Baltimore	Difference
Cost of Living	54.8	54.9	+0.2%
Rent	46.0	33.4	-27.4%
Groceries	77.3	82.0	+6.1%
Restaurants	69.4	79.4	+14.4%
Purchasing Power	156.8	153.7	-2.0%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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