salaryFayetteville is 6% 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
$1,530
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$120
👥 People living there
210,815
278,001
Commute to work
19.1 min
19.4 min
College degree
29%
59.9%
Own their home
47.4%
46%
Below poverty line
17.7%
16.4%
Unemployment
7.9%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $80,580 | +67% in Madison |
| Plumber | $51,740 | $85,160 | +65% in Madison |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $56,430 | +53% in Madison |
| Electrician | $57,690 | $78,430 | +36% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $46,800 | $63,480 | +36% in Madison |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $47,500 | +35% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $96,970 | $126,620 | +31% in Madison |
| Cashier | $27,390 | $34,550 | +26% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Madison cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,530 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $63,463 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Madison?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $84,177 in Madison, 25% more in Madison.