Waterloo, Iowa vs. Madison, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, South Dakota is 10.8% more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $144,084 in Madison, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, South Dakota is more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Madison
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs. Madison, SD
Compared to Waterloo, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  2.0% lower
  Health
  15.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher