Walnut Creek, California vs. Madison, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 48.7% cheaper than Walnut Creek, California.

You would need a salary of $38,448 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Walnut Creek, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is cheaper than Walnut Creek, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Madison
than in Walnut Creek, California
Walnut Creek, CA vs. Madison, WI
Compared to Walnut Creek, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.7% 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
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% higher
  Commute
  32.7% lower
  Health
  23.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower