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AMES vs. KANSAS CITY
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Ames, Iowa vs. Kansas City, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Kansas City, Missouri is
2.7%
cheaper
than Ames, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$38,937
in Kansas City, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kansas City, Missouri is
cheaper
than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% cheaper in Kansas City
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Kansas City, MO
Compared to Ames, Kansas City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
20.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.8% higher
Commute
32.0% higher
Health
15.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.7% higher
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