Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Central Point, Oregon


The cost of living in Central Point, Oregon is 13.1% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $135,681 in Central Point, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Central Point, Oregon is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Central Point
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Central Point, OR
Compared to Ames, Central Point is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  17.6% higher
  Health
  12.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher

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