Madison, Wisconsin vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 5.9% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $76,790 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
61% more expensive in Chicago
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Madison, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  13.7% lower
  Commute
  61.4% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.6% higher
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