Columbus, OH vs Madison, WI — Cost of Living Comparison

Equivalent Salary

$100,000 in Columbus, OH = $101,344 in Madison, WI

Buying power is 1.3% higher in Madison, WI

Median Rent

$1,224 vs $1,364

11.4% higher in Madison, WI

Median Income

$65,327 vs $76,983

17.8% higher in Madison, WI

Home Value

$234,500 vs $346,900

47.9% higher in Madison, WI

Price Level

94.5 vs 95.8

US avg = 100

Salary Needed for Median Rent
$49,000 vs $54,600
30% of gross income guideline

Rent as % of Income

22.5% vs 21.3%

Lower is more affordable