2025 Compare Cities Cost of Living:
Madison, CT vs Park Ridge, NJ

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Is it cheaper to live in Park Ridge or is it cheaper to live in Madison?
- Park Ridge is 29.1% more expensive than Madison.

Which city has more affordable housing, Park Ridge or Madison?
- Park Ridge housing costs are 18.6% more expensive than Madison housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Madison or is Health Care more affordable in Park Ridge.
- Health related expenses are 18.8% less in Park Ridge.
 Madison, CTPark Ridge, NJUnited States
 Overall  Unlock141.0100
 Food & Groceries112.0  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock97.9100
 Housing172.9  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$640,700$338,100
 Utilities120  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock137.2100
 Miscellaneous126.6  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Madison    2 Reviews

One of the most sought after towns in Connecticut. High quality schools, vibrant downtown, top notch parks, facilities, and some of the most beautiful beaches in the  More

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Reviews for Park Ridge    1 Reviews

Over 19 years ago

I was lucky enough to grow up here - Great schools (90+% of my classmates went on to 4yr colleges with good names), getting crowded but kids can still walk to  More

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