Madison vs Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington
Fair Market Rent Comparison — HUD 2025 Data
Quick Answer
Madison is 5% cheaper for renters. A 2-bedroom rents for $1,038/mo vs $1,091/mo in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington — saving $636/year.
Rent by Unit Size
| Unit Size | Madison | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $676 | $731 | $55 |
| 1 Bedroom | $827 | $917 | $90 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,038 | $1,091 | $53 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,222 | $1,436 | $214 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,675 | $275 |
| Median Income | $64,691 | $69,491 | $4,800 |
Madison
- Studio
- $676/mo
- 1 BR
- $827/mo
- 2 BR
- $1,038/mo
- 3 BR
- $1,222/mo
- 4 BR
- $1,400/mo
- Median Income
- $64,691/yr
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington
- Studio
- $731/mo
- 1 BR
- $917/mo
- 2 BR
- $1,091/mo
- 3 BR
- $1,436/mo
- 4 BR
- $1,675/mo
- Median Income
- $69,491/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Madison or Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington cheaper to rent in?
Madison is cheaper — a 2-bedroom Fair Market Rent is $1,038/mo vs $1,091/mo in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington. That's $53/mo or $636/year more expensive in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (5% higher).
What is the 2-bedroom rent in Madison vs Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington?
The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Madison is $1,038/month. In Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, a 2-bedroom FMR is $1,091/month.
How do incomes compare between Madison and Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington?
The median household income in Madison is $64,691/year. In Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington it is $69,491/year. Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington has the higher median income.
What is the studio rent in Madison vs Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington?
A studio apartment Fair Market Rent in Madison is $676/mo. In Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington it is $731/mo.