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MADISON vs. LOS ANGELES
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. Los Angeles, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is
73.8%
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$112,949
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
73.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
168.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.8% lower
Commute
92.7% higher
Health
3.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.1% lower
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