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MADISON vs. CARY
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. Cary, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Cary, North Carolina is
12.4%
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$84,320
in Cary, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cary, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Cary
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Cary, NC
Compared to Madison, Cary is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.4% higher
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Food
5.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
44.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.3% lower
Commute
0.7% higher
Health
2.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.6% lower
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