Rensselaer, New York vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 8.2% more expensive than Rensselaer, New York.

You would need a salary of $54,109 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Rensselaer, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Rensselaer, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Madison
than in Rensselaer, New York
Rensselaer, NY vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Rensselaer, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  20.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher

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