Providence, Rhode Island vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 16.5% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $52,626 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Ames
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Providence, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  39.7% lower
  Health
  38.4% higher
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  Personal
  24.4% lower
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