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MADISON vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Madison, Wisconsin vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
100.7%
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$240,750
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
276% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Madison, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
100.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
254.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.0% lower
Commute
28.8% higher
Health
17.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.1% lower
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