Cost of Living Calculator - Marion, Illinois vs Madison, Wisconsin


The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 28.0% more expensive than Marion, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $96,023 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Marion, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
145% more expensive in Madison
than in Marion, Illinois
Marion, IL vs Madison, WI
Compared to Marion, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.0% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  188.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  6.1% higher
  Health
  28.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher

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