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SACRAMENTO vs. MADISON
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Sacramento, California vs. Madison, Wisconsin
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
16.6%
cheaper
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$171,780
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
cheaper
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Madison
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Sacramento, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
21.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.2% higher
Commute
29.1% lower
Health
10.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.4% lower
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