Ames, Iowa vs. United States,

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in United States, is 10.7% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $45,404 in United States, to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, United States, is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in United States
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Ames, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  10.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  48.8% higher
  Health
  17.2% lower
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  Personal
  5.3% higher
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