Topeka, Kansas vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 28.7% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $64,340 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Madison
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Topeka, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.7% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  130.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  16.1% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher