Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Madison, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Mississippi is 1.7% cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $49,157 in Madison, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Mississippi is cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% cheaper in Madison
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Madison, MS
Compared to Valparaiso, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% lower
      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
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  24.6% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher