Ames, Iowa vs. Buda, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buda, Texas is 26.7% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $100,084 in Buda, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buda, Texas is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in Buda
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Buda, TX
Compared to Ames, Buda is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.7% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  87.1% higher
  Health
  10.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower