Ames, Iowa vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 7.9% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $21,192 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Rochester
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Ames, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% lower
      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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  34.8% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher