Centennial, Colorado vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 32.6% cheaper than Centennial, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $43,802 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Centennial, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Centennial, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Ames
than in Centennial, Colorado
Centennial, CO vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Centennial, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  32.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  41.3% lower
  Health
  41.6% higher
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  Personal
  11.2% lower
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