Ames, Iowa vs. Washington, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, Iowa is 14.5% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $42,746 in Washington, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, Iowa is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Washington
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Washington, IA
Compared to Ames, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  2.2% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
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  Personal
  3.3% higher
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