Madison, Alabama vs. Red Oak, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Red Oak, Iowa is 31.0% cheaper than Madison, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $34,518 in Red Oak, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Red Oak, Iowa is cheaper than Madison, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% cheaper in Red Oak
than in Madison, Alabama
Madison, AL vs. Red Oak, IA
Compared to Madison, Red Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.0% 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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  22.6% lower
  Health
  11.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower