Madison, Wisconsin vs. Arvada, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arvada, Colorado is 29.9% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $51,953 in Arvada, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arvada, Colorado is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Arvada
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Arvada, CO
Compared to Madison, Arvada is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  36.6% higher
  Health
  10.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher