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Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, Wisconsin vs Houston, Texas
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
5.8%
cheaper
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$118,688
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Houston
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs Houston, TX
Compared to Madison, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.8% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
27.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.2% lower
Commute
38.7% higher
Health
2.4% higher
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Personal
4.0% lower
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