Madison, Wisconsin vs. Jackson, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Mississippi is 19.3% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $68,570 in Jackson, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Mississippi is cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Jackson
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Jackson, MS
Compared to Madison, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.3% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.0% lower
  Commute
  2.6% lower
  Health
  10.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower