Ferndale, MI vs St. Johns, MI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. St. Johns is 24.1% cheaper than Ferndale. With a cost index of 73 vs 91, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from St. Johns to Ferndale should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ferndale is $1,235/month compared to $870/month in St. Johns — a 42% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Johns is more affordable at $175,300 median vs $233,600.

Median household income in Ferndale is $91,732 compared to $63,030 in St. Johns (+45.5%). While Ferndale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ferndale spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, less than the 16.6% in St. Johns.