Ames, Iowa vs. Watertown, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Watertown, New York is 15.4% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $63,455 in Watertown, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watertown, New York is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Watertown
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Watertown, NY
Compared to Ames, Watertown is:
  Homeowner
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  15.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.8% higher
  Commute
  1.6% lower
  Health
  8.3% lower
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  Personal
  1.3% higher
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