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DEKALB vs. MADISON
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DeKalb, Illinois vs. Madison, Wisconsin
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
20.4%
more expensive
than DeKalb, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$132,470
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in DeKalb, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
more expensive
than DeKalb, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Madison
than in DeKalb, Illinois
Dekalb, IL vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Dekalb, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.4% higher
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Food
1.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
76.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.4% higher
Commute
11.1% higher
Health
25.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.0% higher
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