Ames, Iowa vs. Hillsboro, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hillsboro, Texas is 23.6% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,412 in Hillsboro, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hillsboro, Texas is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Hillsboro
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Hillsboro, TX
Compared to Ames, Hillsboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.6% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  1.6% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower