Ames, Iowa vs. Reno, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reno, Nevada is 34.0% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $69,679 in Reno, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reno, Nevada is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
106% more expensive in Reno
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Reno, NV
Compared to Ames, Reno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.0% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  102.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% lower
  Commute
  40.2% higher
  Health
  20.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher

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