Ames, Iowa vs. Redmond, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Redmond, Washington is 114.1% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $149,845 in Redmond, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Redmond, Washington is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
396% more expensive in Redmond
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Redmond, WA
Compared to Ames, Redmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  114.1% 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
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  349.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.7% lower
  Commute
  90.3% higher
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.1% higher