Ames, Iowa vs. New York, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New York, New York is 86.7% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $141,900 in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
183% more expensive in New York
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. New York, NY
Compared to Ames, New York is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  86.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  271.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  52.6% higher
  Commute
  169.5% higher
  Health
  5.6% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  27.6% higher
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