Ames, Iowa vs. Willamina, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Willamina, Oregon is 9.2% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $54,596 in Willamina, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Willamina, Oregon is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Willamina
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Willamina, OR
Compared to Ames, Willamina is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.2% higher
      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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.9% lower
  Commute
  67.7% higher
  Health
  25.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher