Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Natalia, Texas


The cost of living in Natalia, Texas is 1.1% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $50,554 in Natalia, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Natalia, Texas is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Natalia
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Natalia, TX
Compared to Ames, Natalia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  65.5% higher
  Health
  17.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher

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