Madison, Wisconsin vs. Burlington, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Burlington, Iowa is 32.2% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $33,876 in Burlington, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Burlington, Iowa is cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Burlington
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Burlington, IA
Compared to Madison, Burlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.2% lower
      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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  29.5% lower
  Health
  25.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower