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AMES vs. PLAINFIELD
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Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Plainfield, Illinois
The cost of living in Plainfield, Illinois is
8.6%
more expensive
than Ames, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$76,049
in Plainfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plainfield, Illinois is
more expensive
than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Plainfield
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Plainfield, IL
Compared to Ames, Plainfield is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
37.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% lower
Commute
52.7% higher
Health
20.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.7% lower
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