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oaklandfan2025
What surprised you most about Madison?
Rent is about $874/month for a decent place. Would love some local perspective.
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best-worst
Madison, SD Community
4 discussions from residents and visitors
oaklandfan2025
Best coffee shops in Madison?
Alright, I'm a 28-year-old accountant and Crime rate is something to consider -Madison sits at 224.9 per 100K. With a population of 6,158, Madison is a small town. The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $874/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $62,18...
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Genesis Cooper
Housing in Madison compared to Houston
Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. Anyone in a similar situation? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The schoo...
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Genesis Cooper
Day-to-day life in Madison, SD
Longtime lurker here, My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Let me know your thoughts. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you...
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