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SAN JOSE vs. MADISON
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San Jose, California vs. Madison, Wisconsin
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
52.8%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$47,163
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Madison
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Madison, WI
Compared to San Jose, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
52.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
74.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.1% higher
Commute
43.2% lower
Health
13.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.2% lower
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