Madison, Wisconsin vs. Athens, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Texas is 19.6% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $112,525 in Athens, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Texas is cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Athens
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Athens, TX
Compared to Madison, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.6% 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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  21.1% lower
  Health
  9.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower