Madison, Wisconsin vs. Fort Dodge, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Dodge, Iowa is 30.9% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $96,785 in Fort Dodge, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Dodge, Iowa is cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Fort Dodge
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Fort Dodge, IA
Compared to Madison, Fort Dodge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  31.5% lower
  Health
  33.3% higher
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  Personal
  8.4% lower
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