Ames, Iowa vs. San Jose, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Jose, California is 138.1% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $59,524 in San Jose, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Jose, California is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
395% more expensive in San Jose
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. San Jose, CA
Compared to Ames, San Jose is:
  Homeowner
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  138.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  447.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  124.7% higher
  Health
  10.8% lower
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  Personal
  10.3% higher
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