Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, Wisconsin vs Onawa, Iowa


The cost of living in Onawa, Iowa is 26.8% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $54,894 in Onawa, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Onawa, Iowa is cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Onawa
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs Onawa, IA
Compared to Madison, Onawa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.8% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  17.1% lower
  Health
  27.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower

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