salaryCleveland is 4% 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
$1,277
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$120
👥 People living there
366,097
278,001
Commute to work
22.5 min
19.4 min
College degree
22.4%
59.9%
Own their home
41.7%
46%
Below poverty line
30.6%
16.4%
Unemployment
10.8%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland 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 | Cleveland | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,020 | $85,160 | +35% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $97,750 | $126,620 | +30% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $83,940 | $101,190 | +21% in Madison |
| Cashier | $29,130 | $34,550 | +19% in Madison |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $130,630 | +17% in Madison |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $63,690 | -17% in Madison |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,010 | $45,260 | +16% in Madison |
| Retail Salesperson | $31,000 | $35,830 | +16% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Madison cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $62,149 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Madison?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $84,177 in Madison, 48% more in Madison.