Ames, Iowa vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 11.8% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $11,185 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Dallas
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Ames, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  74.3% higher
  Health
  18.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% higher