Ames, Iowa vs. Citrus Heights, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Citrus Heights, California is 35.7% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $67,829 in Citrus Heights, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Citrus Heights, California is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Citrus Heights
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Citrus Heights, CA
Compared to Ames, Citrus Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.7% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  81.4% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% higher