Akron, Ohio vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 47.2% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $73,585 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
218% more expensive in Madison
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Akron, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.2% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  285.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% higher
  Commute
  6.8% higher
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% higher