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MADISON vs. SACRAMENTO
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. Sacramento, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Sacramento, California is
19.9%
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$47,968
in Sacramento, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sacramento, California is
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Sacramento
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Sacramento, CA
Compared to Madison, Sacramento is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.9% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
7.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
27.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.5% lower
Commute
41.0% higher
Health
11.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.4% higher
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