Martinsburg, West Virginia vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 0.7% more expensive than Martinsburg, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $50,334 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Martinsburg, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Martinsburg, West Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
15% more expensive in Ames
than in Martinsburg, West Virginia
Martinsburg, WV vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Martinsburg, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.7% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  21.3% lower
  Health
  1.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower