salaryAugusta is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Madison to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$120
👥 People living there
201,528
278,001
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.4 min
College degree
24.7%
59.9%
Own their home
50.8%
46%
Below poverty line
20.1%
16.4%
Unemployment
8.6%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $30,910 | +68% in Madison |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $85,160 | +56% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $80,580 | +38% in Madison |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $78,430 | +31% in Madison |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $63,150 | +29% in Madison |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 | $48,750 | +27% in Madison |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $100,340 | +26% in Madison |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $59,700 | +25% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Madison cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $63,515 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Madison?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $84,177 in Madison, 29% more in Madison.