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


The cost of living in Tama, Iowa is 29.3% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $53,033 in Tama, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tama, 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 Tama
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs Tama, IA
Compared to Madison, Tama is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.3% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  20.4% lower
  Health
  18.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower

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