Madison, Wisconsin vs. Decatur, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Texas is 3.6% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $144,970 in Decatur, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Texas is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Decatur
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Decatur, TX
Compared to Madison, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  24.0% higher
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower