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LOS ANGELES vs. AMES
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Los Angeles, California vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
48.8%
cheaper
than Los Angeles, California.
You would need a salary of
$15,375
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
cheaper
than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% cheaper in Ames
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Los Angeles, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
48.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
73.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.2% higher
Commute
59.3% lower
Health
34.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.1% lower
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