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MADISON vs. COLUMBUS
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. Columbus, Ohio
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is
14.8%
cheaper
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$95,432
in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is
cheaper
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Columbus
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Madison, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.8% lower
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Food
0.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
38.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.0% lower
Commute
5.0% higher
Health
3.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.5% lower
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