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MADISON vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
140.6%
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$231,006
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
266% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Madison, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
140.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
19.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
436.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.3% lower
Commute
84.4% higher
Health
23.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.2% higher
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