Is Las Vegas more expensive than Madison?

Las Vegas is 0.3% more expensive than Madison overall. Rent is 13.3% lower, groceries 13.1% cheaper, and restaurants 22.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Madison or Las Vegas?

Madison has a purchasing power index of 141.0 while Las Vegas has 126.5 (NYC = 100). Madison offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Madison vs 🇺🇸 Las Vegas

2026

Las Vegas is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Madison	🇺🇸 Las Vegas	Difference
Cost of Living	72.4	72.6	+0.3%
Rent	42.2	36.6	-13.3%
Groceries	84.5	73.4	-13.1%
Restaurants	71.3	87.5	+22.7%
Purchasing Power	141.0	126.5	-10.3%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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