salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,849
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$120
👥 People living there
252,583
278,001
Commute to work
25.8 min
19.4 min
College degree
36.9%
59.9%
Own their home
74.4%
46%
Below poverty line
9.4%
16.4%
Unemployment
4.9%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Madison for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chesapeake | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $61,870 | $85,160 | +38% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $80,580 | +35% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $100,340 | $126,620 | +26% in Madison |
| Electrician | $62,350 | $78,430 | +26% in Madison |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $47,500 | +25% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $51,500 | $63,480 | +23% in Madison |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $30,910 | -21% in Madison |
| Truck Driver | $50,460 | $59,700 | +18% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Madison cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake and Madison cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Chesapeake?
About $59,599 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Madison?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $84,177 in Madison, 22% more in Chesapeake.