Ames, Iowa vs. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is 31.2% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $78,738 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Lauderdale, Florida is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
117% more expensive in Fort Lauderdale
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compared to Ames, Fort Lauderdale is:
  Homeowner
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  31.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.2% lower
  Commute
  94.6% higher
  Health
  17.9% lower
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  Personal
  8.9% higher
Cost of Food
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