Madison, MN Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Madison, Minnesota?
$1,950 / month
for a family, 63.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $23,400 for the year for a family.
$1,900 / month
for a single person, 60.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $22,800 for the year for a single person.

Madison cost of living score
66.9
Less expensive
33.1% lower
than the US average
31.2% lower
than the Minnesota average
Madison, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 66.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 33.1% lower than the U.S. average and 31.2% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Madison, MN

Housing costs in Madison?
A typical home costs $121,600, which is 64.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 60.7% less expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Madison costs $750 per month, which is 47.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 65.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Madison?
To live comfortably in Madison, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $23,400 for a family, and $22,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Madison?
Madison, MN is an affordable place to live with a low cost of living. The city's median home value is $180,000, and the median household income is around $62,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Madison is just over $850 per month. Utilities are generally reasonable too; on average, electricity costs around $125 per month. Sales tax in Madison is 6.875%, and there are no special taxes or fees imposed beyond that. All in all, the cost of living in Madison makes it an attractive place to live and work for those looking for an affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMadisonMinnesotaUnited States
    Unlock97.2100.0
  92.8  Unlock100.0
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  26.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$309,500$338,100
  93.7  Unlock100.0
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  83.6  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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