Ames, Iowa vs. Bullhead City, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bullhead City, Arizona is 4.3% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $52,159 in Bullhead City, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bullhead City, Arizona is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in Bullhead City
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Bullhead City, AZ
Compared to Ames, Bullhead City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  16.5% higher
  Health
  8.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher