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MADISON vs. LAKE FOREST
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. Lake Forest, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
62.6%
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$162,623
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
177% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Madison, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
62.6% higher
Child Care
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Food
5.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
179.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.5% lower
Commute
30.1% higher
Health
0.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.5% higher
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