salaryLouisville 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
$1,278
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,200
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$72,097
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$233,900
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,989
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$167
$120
👥 People living there
631,818
278,001
Commute to work
22.5 min
19.4 min
College degree
33.8%
59.9%
Own their home
60.7%
46%
Below poverty line
15.8%
16.4%
Unemployment
5.5%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Louisville 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 | Louisville | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $89,140 | $126,620 | +42% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $63,220 | $80,580 | +27% in Madison |
| Electrician | $62,440 | $78,430 | +26% in Madison |
| Firefighter | $45,160 | $56,430 | +25% in Madison |
| Dental Hygienist | $81,390 | $100,340 | +23% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $84,850 | $101,190 | +19% in Madison |
| Software Developer | $110,270 | $130,630 | +18% in Madison |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,660 | $35,830 | +17% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Louisville or Madison cheaper to live in?
Louisville is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,278 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Louisville?
About $62,716 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Louisville or Madison?
The typical household earns $72,097 in Louisville and $84,177 in Madison, 14% more in Madison.