Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs New Britain, Connecticut


The cost of living in New Britain, Connecticut is 7.3% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $80,482 in New Britain, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Britain, Connecticut is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% more expensive in New Britain
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs New Britain, CT
Compared to Ames, New Britain is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.0% higher
  Commute
  50.0% higher
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.1% higher

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