| | Madison, WI | Flagstaff, AZ | United States |
| Overall | 103.4 | 116.2 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 97.9 | 100.3 | 100 |
| Health | 92.9 | 114.6 | 100 |
| Housing | 112.7 | 171.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $337,500 | $565,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,750.0% | 9,880.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 85.8 | 78.4 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 133.0 | 97.9 | 100 |
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Unfortunately, a number of these reviews are politically based. Madison remains the only shining star in Wisconsin’s economy. The economy is broadly based, with More
Have been living in Madison for almost 3 years. It’s very safe, ppl generally friendly and for a town of its size it has fair number of good restaurants and interesting More
Lacks balance and zero accountability. More
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Reviews for Flagstaff 
50 Reviews
Flagstaff is absolutely the perfect place to call home. Especially for families. 4 perfectly balanced seasons. None too extreme and all beautiful. Ridiculously safe! More
I've lived here for one year and have to move because the cost to rent here is astronomical. I've been paying $2550/month and now for a comparable home it is $2900 and More
Every place depends on what you are looking for. So I will say a bit about me so you can assess where the review is coming from.
I am a professional, single, female More
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