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
$1,719
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$120
👥 People living there
977,670
278,001
Commute to work
24.1 min
19.4 min
College degree
33.2%
59.9%
Own their home
57.6%
46%
Below poverty line
14.5%
16.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jacksonville | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $58,920 | $85,160 | +45% in Madison |
| Electrician | $58,280 | $78,430 | +35% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $50,540 | $63,480 | +26% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $100,870 | $126,620 | +26% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $83,520 | $101,190 | +21% in Madison |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,760 | $45,260 | +20% in Madison |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,630 | $30,910 | -16% in Madison |
| Medical Assistant | $42,600 | $48,750 | +14% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Madison cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville?
About $58,675 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Madison?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $84,177 in Madison, 10% more in Madison.