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VANCOUVER vs. AMES
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Vancouver, Washington vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
23.5%
cheaper
than Vancouver, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$38,263
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Vancouver, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
cheaper
than Vancouver, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Ames
than in Vancouver, Washington
Vancouver, WA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Vancouver, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
42.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
32.3% higher
Commute
46.2% lower
Health
32.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
10.3% lower
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