Fairfax, Iowa vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 13.4% more expensive than Fairfax, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $113,423 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Fairfax, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Madison
than in Fairfax, Iowa
Fairfax, IA vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Fairfax, Madison is:
  Homeowner
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  13.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  21.9% higher
  Health
  9.2% lower
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  Personal
  6.6% higher
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