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
$1,751
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$74,533
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$244,500
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,493
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$100
$120
👥 People living there
198,535
278,001
Commute to work
19 min
19.4 min
College degree
41.6%
59.9%
Own their home
54%
46%
Below poverty line
16.9%
16.4%
Unemployment
5.2%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Grand Rapids for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Madison for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Grand Rapids | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $42,930 | $30,910 | -28% in Madison |
| Electrician | $62,240 | $78,430 | +26% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $101,720 | $126,620 | +24% in Madison |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,130 | $44,190 | +22% in Madison |
| Medical Assistant | $39,890 | $48,750 | +22% in Madison |
| Software Developer | $107,520 | $130,630 | +21% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $83,920 | $101,190 | +21% in Madison |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,290 | $100,340 | +19% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Grand Rapids or Madison cheaper to live in?
Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids?
About $61,093 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Grand Rapids or Madison?
The typical household earns $74,533 in Grand Rapids and $84,177 in Madison, 11% more in Madison.