Madison, NE vs Terrytown, NE

Madison, NE and Terrytown, NE have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.6% difference in their overall index. Madison scores 66 while Terrytown scores 64 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Madison is $818/month compared to $786/month in Terrytown — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Terrytown is more affordable at $100,000 median vs $116,000.

Median household income in Madison is $56,932 compared to $43,750 in Terrytown (+30.1%). While Madison is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Madison spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, less than the 21.6% in Terrytown.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.2°F vs 49.9°F). Madison receives more rainfall at 27" per year compared to 15.7" in Terrytown.