Moving from Madison, WI to New York, NY
Your Complete Guide
1,049
Miles
19.1 hrs
Drive Time
I-90 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Madison, WI
New York, NY
Cost of Living Index
102
187
Median Home Price
$350,000
$680,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,200/mo
$3,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$125
$180
Grocery Index
98
116
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,049-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Madison, WI and New York, NY.
Indianapolis, IN
The Crossroads of America and home to the world-famous Indianapolis 500. A growing city with excellent museums and a passionate sports culture.
Indy 500, Children's Museum, and the Canal Walk
Grand Rapids, MI
A West Michigan city known as Beer City USA with a vibrant arts and craft brewery scene. Home to ArtPrize, the world's largest art competition.
Craft breweries, ArtPrize, and Frederik Meijer Gardens
State Transition Guide: Wisconsin → New York
Moving from Wisconsin to New York? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in New York
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in New York
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About New York
- NYC has additional city income taxes up to 3.88%
- Annual vehicle safety and emissions inspections required
- Upstate and downstate have dramatically different costs of living
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,049 miles via I-90 East, taking about 19.1 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.