Woodbridge, Virginia vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 24.6% cheaper than Woodbridge, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $150,877 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Woodbridge, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Woodbridge, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Ames
than in Woodbridge, Virginia
Woodbridge, VA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Woodbridge, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.6% 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
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  42.4% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.7% lower