Ames, Iowa vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 12.6% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $43,688 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Waco
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Ames, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  7.6% higher
  Health
  16.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower