Schaumburg, Illinois vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 15.9% cheaper than Schaumburg, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $29,427 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Schaumburg, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Ames
than in Schaumburg, Illinois
Schaumburg, IL vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Schaumburg, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  15.9% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  46.4% lower
  Health
  37.3% higher
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  Personal
  12.6% lower
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