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7.7%
State tax rate
$1,676
Median rent
91
Walk score
116
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does Madison actually cost?
Median rent is $1,676/mo in Madison.
WI has a 7.7% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
State income tax
7.7%
Median rent
$1,676/mo
Median home price
$423,767
Walk Score
91/100 — Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
64/100
Violent crime rate
116/100K — low
HRC equality score
100/100 — Leader
Avg high temperature
56°F
Sunny days / year
188 days
Humidity
72%
Population
269K
Property tax rate
1.73%
Sales tax rate
5.43%
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Walkability
Walk Score 91/100 — Walker's Paradise.
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Safety
Violent crime 116/100K — low compared to the national average.
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LGBTQ+ Friendly
HRC Municipal Equality score 100/100 — Leader.
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