Ames, Iowa vs. Harrisonville, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harrisonville, Missouri is 1.2% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,391 in Harrisonville, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harrisonville, Missouri is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Harrisonville
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Harrisonville, MO
Compared to Ames, Harrisonville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% lower
      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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  30.7% higher
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher