Chicago, Illinois vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 5.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $76,475 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% cheaper in Madison
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Chicago, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  15.8% higher
  Commute
  38.1% lower
  Health
  5.6% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  2.5% lower
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