Overland Park, Kansas vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 16.3% cheaper than Overland Park, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $50,213 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Overland Park, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Overland Park, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Ames
than in Overland Park, Kansas
Overland Park, KS vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Overland Park, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  16.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  21.9% lower
  Health
  19.4% higher
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  Personal
  14.1% lower
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