Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Old Westbury, New York


The cost of living in Old Westbury, New York is 261.5% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $361,465 in Old Westbury, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Old Westbury, New York is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
820% more expensive in Old Westbury
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Old Westbury, NY
Compared to Ames, Old Westbury is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  261.5% 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
  25.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,073.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.7% higher
  Commute
  132.3% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.5% higher

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