Abingdon, Virginia vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 7.6% more expensive than Abingdon, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $53,814 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Abingdon, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Abingdon, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
14% more expensive in Ames
than in Abingdon, Virginia
Abingdon, VA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Abingdon, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% higher
      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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  15.5% lower
  Health
  14.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower