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AMES vs. SANTA CLARITA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Santa Clarita, California
The cost of living in Santa Clarita, California is
63.3%
more expensive
than Ames, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$81,672
in Santa Clarita, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clarita, California is
more expensive
than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
218% more expensive in Santa Clarita
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Santa Clarita, CA
Compared to Ames, Santa Clarita is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
63.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
197.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.0% higher
Commute
85.6% higher
Health
24.0% lower
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Personal
10.4% higher
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