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WATERTOWN vs. AMES
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Watertown, New York vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
18.2%
more expensive
than Watertown, New York.
You would need a salary of
$59,097
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Watertown, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Watertown, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Ames
than in Watertown, New York
Watertown, NY vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Watertown, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.2% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
54.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.7% lower
Commute
1.7% higher
Health
9.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% lower
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