Ames, Iowa vs. Barnstable Town, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Barnstable Town, Massachusetts is 40.0% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $69,989 in Barnstable Town, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Barnstable Town, Massachusetts is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
141% more expensive in Barnstable Town
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Barnstable Town, MA
Compared to Ames, Barnstable Town is:
  Homeowner
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  40.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  108.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.2% higher
  Commute
  41.4% higher
  Health
  22.8% lower
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  Personal
  14.7% higher
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