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Madison, United States 🇺🇸
#1373
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Nomad Score:
65%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$1,200.00
$2,200.00
$110.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$150.00
$180.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$70.00
$90.00
$10.00
|
Prepaid SIM and Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$350.00
$600.00
$15.00
|
Daily average for snacks and small meals |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$80.00
$150.00
$8.00
|
Daily average for public transport and occasional rideshare |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$120.00
$600.00
$40.00
|
Daily average for meals at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$60.00
$150.00
$20.00
|
Daily average for entertainment and attractions |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$300.00
$450.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel insurance, not monthly |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$100.00
$0.00
|
One-time or occasional fees averaged monthly for expats |
| Total |
$2,330.00
$4,520.00
$203.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$1,200.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$5.00
Price for a pint at a typical bar or pub.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$12.00
Casual dining or fast casual restaurants.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$8.50
Standard combo meal at major fast food chains.
per meal