Ames, Iowa vs. Centennial, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Centennial, Colorado is 48.4% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $74,197 in Centennial, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Centennial, Colorado is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
157% more expensive in Centennial
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Centennial, CO
Compared to Ames, Centennial is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.4% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  153.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  70.4% higher
  Health
  29.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% higher