Fort Lewis, Washington vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 2.4% more expensive than Fort Lewis, Washington.

You would need a salary of $51,212 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Lewis, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Fort Lewis, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
52% more expensive in Madison
than in Fort Lewis, Washington
Fort Lewis, WA vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Fort Lewis, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  52.1% higher
  Commute
  9.0% lower
  Health
  5.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower