Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Troy, New York


The cost of living in Troy, New York is 2.3% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $39,925 in Troy, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Troy, New York is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% more expensive in Troy
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Troy, NY
Compared to Ames, Troy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  38.7% higher
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher

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