Ames, Iowa vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 4.3% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $38,272 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% cheaper in Columbus
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Ames, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
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  4.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  34.1% higher
  Health
  25.9% lower
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  Personal
  2.5% lower
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