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ANCHORAGE vs. MADISON
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Anchorage, Alaska vs. Madison, Wisconsin
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
12.6%
cheaper
than Anchorage, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$262,241
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
cheaper
than Anchorage, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% cheaper in Madison
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Anchorage, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
20.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
23.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.6% lower
Commute
18.0% lower
Health
25.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.0% lower
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