Madison, Wisconsin vs. Evanston, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Evanston, Illinois is 21.5% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $97,199 in Evanston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Evanston, Illinois is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% more expensive in Evanston
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Evanston, IL
Compared to Madison, Evanston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  49.8% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher