Elizabeth, Illinois vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 31.5% more expensive than Elizabeth, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $65,759 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Elizabeth, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Elizabeth, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
153% more expensive in Madison
than in Elizabeth, Illinois
Elizabeth, IL vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Elizabeth, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  164.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  19.0% higher
  Health
  17.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher