Ames, Iowa vs. Placerville, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Placerville, California is 42.9% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $92,857 in Placerville, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Placerville, California is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Placerville
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Placerville, CA
Compared to Ames, Placerville is:
  Homeowner
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  42.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.1% higher
  Commute
  69.8% higher
  Health
  12.2% lower
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  Personal
  14.0% higher
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