Newton, Kansas vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 29.5% more expensive than Newton, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $38,851 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Newton, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
135% more expensive in Madison
than in Newton, Kansas
Newton, KS vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Newton, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  136.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  4.8% higher
  Health
  8.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% higher