salaryMadison is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,723
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,628
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$84,177
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$372,900
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,541
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$120
$96
👥 People living there
278,001
681,294
Commute to work
19.4 min
30 min
College degree
59.9%
64.2%
Own their home
46%
41.5%
Below poverty line
16.4%
15.4%
Unemployment
2.7%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Madison for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Madison | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $124,130 | $195,190 | +57% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,910 | $46,040 | +49% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $67,990 | $87,160 | +28% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,550 | $127,040 | +26% in Washington |
| Accountant | $81,130 | $102,140 | +26% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,690 | $79,470 | +25% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $126,620 | $156,460 | +24% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,340 | $119,170 | +19% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison or Washington cheaper to live in?
Madison is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,723 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Madison?
About $67,152 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Madison or Washington?
The typical household earns $84,177 in Madison and $118,495 in Washington, 29% more in Washington.