Ames, Iowa vs. Oxford, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oxford, Ohio is 3.3% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $48,339 in Oxford, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oxford, Ohio is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
26% cheaper in Oxford
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Oxford, OH
Compared to Ames, Oxford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% lower
      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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% higher
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  26.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher