Ames, Iowa vs. Rogers, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rogers, Arkansas is 1.3% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $67,890 in Rogers, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rogers, Arkansas is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% more expensive in Rogers
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Rogers, AR
Compared to Ames, Rogers is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  23.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher