Reno, Nevada vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 16.2% cheaper than Reno, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $8,380 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Reno, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is cheaper than Reno, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Madison
than in Reno, Nevada
Reno, NV vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Reno, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% lower
      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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  8.9% lower
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher