Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, Wisconsin vs Boise City, Idaho


The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 14.9% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $57,452 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Boise City
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs Boise_City, ID
Compared to Madison, Boise_City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.3% lower
  Commute
  1.5% lower
  Health
  8.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower

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