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LAKE FOREST vs. MADISON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Lake Forest, California vs Madison, Wisconsin
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
38.5%
cheaper
than Lake Forest, California.
You would need a salary of
$372,025
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Forest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
cheaper
than Lake Forest, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Madison
than in Lake Forest, California
Lake Forest, CA vs Madison, WI
Compared to Lake Forest, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.5% lower
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5.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
64.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
5.8% higher
Commute
23.1% lower
Health
0.5% lower
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Personal
0.5% lower
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