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SANTA CLARA vs. MADISON
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Santa Clara, California vs. Madison, Wisconsin
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
56.9%
cheaper
than Santa Clara, California.
You would need a salary of
$21,565
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
cheaper
than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Madison
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Santa Clara, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
56.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
15.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
80.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
25.0% higher
Commute
38.9% lower
Health
13.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.0% higher
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