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WASHINGTON vs. MADISON
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Madison, Wisconsin
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
32.7%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$100,996
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Madison
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Washington, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
53.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.4% higher
Commute
36.6% lower
Health
2.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.0% lower
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