Ames, Iowa vs. Blacksburg, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blacksburg, Virginia is 5.8% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $52,879 in Blacksburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blacksburg, Virginia is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Blacksburg
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Blacksburg, VA
Compared to Ames, Blacksburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher