Madison, South Dakota vs. Columbus, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Indiana is 4.3% more expensive than Madison, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $52,130 in Columbus, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Indiana is more expensive than Madison, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Columbus
than in Madison, South Dakota
Madison, SD vs. Columbus, IN
Compared to Madison, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% higher
      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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  22.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher