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JOHNSON CITY vs. AMES
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Johnson City, Tennessee vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
10.3%
more expensive
than Johnson City, Tennessee.
You would need a salary of
$55,128
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnson City, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Johnson City, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Ames
than in Johnson City, Tennessee
Johnson City, TN vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Johnson City, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.3% higher
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Renter
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Food
1.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
23.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.7% higher
Commute
8.6% lower
Health
26.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.0% lower
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