salaryMadison is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,723
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,628
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$84,177
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$372,900
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,541
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$120
$143
👥 People living there
278,001
307,284
Commute to work
19.4 min
21.1 min
College degree
59.9%
43.8%
Own their home
46%
52.9%
Below poverty line
16.4%
15.6%
Unemployment
2.7%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Madison | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $67,990 | $97,910 | +44% in St. Paul |
| Firefighter | $56,430 | $39,350 | -30% in St. Paul |
| Lawyer | $124,130 | $159,620 | +29% in St. Paul |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,690 | $79,730 | +25% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $63,150 | $77,490 | +23% in St. Paul |
| Police Officer | $80,580 | $97,190 | +21% in St. Paul |
| Plumber | $85,160 | $101,630 | +19% in St. Paul |
| Operations Manager | $126,620 | $103,570 | -18% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Madison is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,723 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Madison?
About $64,647 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Madison or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $84,177 in Madison and $79,155 in St. Paul, 6% more in Madison.