salaryMadison is 13% 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
$2,808
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$120
👥 People living there
276,375
278,001
Commute to work
28.6 min
19.4 min
College degree
33.2%
59.9%
Own their home
59.8%
46%
Below poverty line
8.7%
16.4%
Unemployment
8%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Madison for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $63,690 | -34% in Madison |
| Lawyer | $178,220 | $124,130 | -30% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $139,520 | $101,190 | -27% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $110,400 | $80,580 | -27% in Madison |
| Firefighter | $70,900 | $56,430 | -20% in Madison |
| Software Developer | $163,270 | $130,630 | -20% in Madison |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,720 | $64,550 | -19% in Madison |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,790 | $100,340 | -19% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Madison cheaper to live in?
Madison is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,723 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $52,171 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Madison?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $84,177 in Madison, 38% more in Chula Vista.