Madison, Wisconsin vs. Marengo, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marengo, Illinois is 2.2% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $51,085 in Marengo, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marengo, Illinois is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% more expensive in Marengo
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Marengo, IL
Compared to Madison, Marengo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% higher
      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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  46.7% higher
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% higher