salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Norfolk to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,723
$1,628
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,628
$1,322
💵 Families earn per year
$84,177
$71,299
🔑 Buying a house
$372,900
$289,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,541
$2,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$120
$147
👥 People living there
278,001
233,596
Commute to work
19.4 min
23 min
College degree
59.9%
33.5%
Own their home
46%
46.3%
Below poverty line
16.4%
16.5%
Unemployment
2.7%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Norfolk for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Madison | Norfolk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $85,160 | $61,870 | -27% in Norfolk |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,910 | $39,020 | +26% in Norfolk |
| Police Officer | $80,580 | $59,690 | -26% in Norfolk |
| Operations Manager | $126,620 | $100,340 | -21% in Norfolk |
| Electrician | $78,430 | $62,350 | -21% in Norfolk |
| Customer Service Representative | $47,500 | $38,150 | -20% in Norfolk |
| Carpenter | $63,480 | $51,500 | -19% in Norfolk |
| Truck Driver | $59,700 | $50,460 | -15% in Norfolk |
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison or Norfolk cheaper to live in?
Madison and Norfolk cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Norfolk to match $60,000 in Madison?
About $60,403 a year gives the same standard of living in Norfolk.
Where do people earn more, Madison or Norfolk?
The typical household earns $84,177 in Madison and $71,299 in Norfolk, 18% more in Madison.