Alexandria, Virginia vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 27.7% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $36,137 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Madison
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Alexandria, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  13.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% higher
  Commute
  33.4% lower
  Health
  8.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower