Amarillo, Texas vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 16.1% more expensive than Amarillo, Texas.

You would need a salary of $116,067 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Amarillo, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Amarillo, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Ames
than in Amarillo, Texas
Amarillo, TX vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Amarillo, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  10.3% lower
  Health
  18.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher