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
$1,533
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,499
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$69,901
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$277,800
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.6
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,198
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$120
👥 People living there
2,328,253
278,001
Commute to work
27.2 min
19.4 min
College degree
36.6%
59.9%
Own their home
42.1%
46%
Below poverty line
19.9%
16.4%
Unemployment
6.9%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Houston 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 | Houston | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,080 | $30,910 | +40% in Madison |
| Plumber | $61,300 | $85,160 | +39% in Madison |
| Electrician | $59,180 | $78,430 | +33% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $49,670 | $63,480 | +28% in Madison |
| Lawyer | $157,980 | $124,130 | -21% in Madison |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,970 | $45,260 | +19% in Madison |
| Cashier | $29,350 | $34,550 | +18% in Madison |
| Customer Service Representative | $40,380 | $47,500 | +18% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston or Madison cheaper to live in?
Houston 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 Houston?
About $59,184 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Houston or Madison?
The typical household earns $69,901 in Houston and $84,177 in Madison, 17% more in Madison.