Walla Walla, Washington vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 3.5% cheaper than Walla Walla, Washington.

You would need a salary of $72,356 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Walla Walla, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Walla Walla, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Ames
than in Walla Walla, Washington
Walla Walla, WA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Walla Walla, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% higher
  Commute
  7.1% lower
  Health
  38.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower