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Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Madison, Wisconsin
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
6.2%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$84,942
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Madison
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs Madison, WI
Compared to Houston, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.2% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
38.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.4% higher
Commute
27.9% lower
Health
2.3% lower
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Personal
4.2% higher
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