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
$1,379
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$120
👥 People living there
311,224
278,001
Commute to work
22.4 min
19.4 min
College degree
41.8%
59.9%
Own their home
39.8%
46%
Below poverty line
25.5%
16.4%
Unemployment
6.8%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati 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 | Cincinnati | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $65,160 | $85,160 | +31% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $100,670 | $126,620 | +26% in Madison |
| Electrician | $63,490 | $78,430 | +24% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $83,650 | $101,190 | +21% in Madison |
| Cashier | $29,170 | $34,550 | +18% in Madison |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,810 | $35,830 | +16% in Madison |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,530 | $30,910 | -15% in Madison |
| Pharmacist | $140,200 | $158,120 | +13% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Madison cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
About $61,206 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Madison?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $84,177 in Madison, 32% more in Madison.