Ames, Iowa vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 14.0% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $86,605 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Sarasota
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Ames, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  35.3% higher
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher