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AMES vs. SEATTLE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Seattle, Washington
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
85.8%
more expensive
than Ames, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$117,441
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
244% more expensive in Seattle
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Seattle, WA
Compared to Ames, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
85.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
11.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
289.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
30.2% lower
Commute
104.6% higher
Health
27.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
26.4% higher
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