New York, New York vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 46.4% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $72,654 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Ames
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Ames, IA
Compared to New York, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  34.5% lower
  Commute
  62.9% lower
  Health
  5.3% lower
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  Personal
  21.6% lower
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