Ames, Iowa vs. Escondido, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Escondido, California is 61.2% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $80,620 in Escondido, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Escondido, California is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
202% more expensive in Escondido
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Escondido, CA
Compared to Ames, Escondido is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.2% 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
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  187.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  64.1% higher
  Health
  26.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher