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MADISON vs. INDIANAPOLIS
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. Indianapolis, Indiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Indianapolis, Indiana is
16.3%
cheaper
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$102,985
in Indianapolis, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Indianapolis, Indiana is
cheaper
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Indianapolis
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Indianapolis, IN
Compared to Madison, Indianapolis is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.3% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.1% lower
Commute
5.8% higher
Health
8.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.4% lower
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