Ames, Iowa vs. Berkeley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berkeley, California is 163.9% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $131,949 in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
452% more expensive in Berkeley
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to Ames, Berkeley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  163.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  553.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.4% lower
  Commute
  76.6% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
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  Personal
  17.3% higher
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