Madison, Alabama vs. Escondido, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Escondido, California is 47.8% more expensive than Madison, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $236,508 in Escondido, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Escondido, California is more expensive than Madison, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Escondido
than in Madison, Alabama
Madison, AL vs. Escondido, CA
Compared to Madison, Escondido is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.8% 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
  8.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  134.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.4% higher
  Commute
  36.7% higher
  Health
  28.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher