Ames, Iowa vs. Newark, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, Delaware is 14.6% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $57,309 in Newark, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, Delaware is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Newark
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Newark, DE
Compared to Ames, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  8.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  40.8% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.6% higher

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