Ames, Iowa vs. South Sioux City, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Sioux City, Nebraska is 9.7% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $45,127 in South Sioux City, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Sioux City, Nebraska is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in South Sioux City
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. South Sioux City, NE
Compared to Ames, South Sioux City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.7% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  1.5% lower
  Health
  21.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher