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Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, Wisconsin vs Los Angeles, California

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 73.8% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $196,357 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
170% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Madison, Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
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  73.8% higher
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  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  168.4% higher
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  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  92.7% higher
  Health
  3.1% lower
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  Personal
  0.1% lower
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