salaryKansas City is 5% 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
$1,535
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,400
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$74,596
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$242,900
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.5
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,671
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$138
$120
👥 People living there
510,612
278,001
Commute to work
21.7 min
19.4 min
College degree
38.4%
59.9%
Own their home
55.4%
46%
Below poverty line
14.6%
16.4%
Unemployment
4.4%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Kansas City 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 | Kansas City | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $90,490 | $126,620 | +40% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $62,960 | $80,580 | +28% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $83,040 | $101,190 | +22% in Madison |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $30,910 | -14% in Madison |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,710 | $45,260 | +14% in Madison |
| Pharmacist | $139,460 | $158,120 | +13% in Madison |
| Cashier | $30,700 | $34,550 | +13% in Madison |
| Plumber | $76,150 | $85,160 | +12% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansas City or Madison cheaper to live in?
Kansas City is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,535 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Kansas City?
About $63,076 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Kansas City or Madison?
The typical household earns $74,596 in Kansas City and $84,177 in Madison, 11% more in Madison.