salaryMadison is 3% 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
$1,901
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$120
👥 People living there
487,887
278,001
Commute to work
22.7 min
19.4 min
College degree
42.7%
59.9%
Own their home
60.9%
46%
Below poverty line
9%
16.4%
Unemployment
5.6%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs 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 | Colorado Springs | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $60,510 | $85,160 | +41% in Madison |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $30,910 | -33% in Madison |
| Electrician | $59,210 | $78,430 | +32% in Madison |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $67,990 | -25% in Madison |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $100,550 | -22% in Madison |
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $124,130 | +17% in Madison |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $100,340 | -15% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $91,580 | $80,580 | -12% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Madison cheaper to live in?
Madison is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,723 a month there versus $1,901 in Colorado Springs.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $57,962 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Madison?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $84,177 in Madison, 9% more in Colorado Springs.
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