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AMES vs. TAMPA
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Ames, Iowa vs. Tampa, Florida
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is
14.8%
cheaper
than Ames, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$0
in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is
cheaper
than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Tampa
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Ames, Tampa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
8.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
19.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% lower
Commute
66.8% higher
Health
17.0% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
1.4% higher
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