Ames, Iowa vs. Tucson Estates, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson Estates, Arizona is 8.7% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $108,749 in Tucson Estates, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson Estates, Arizona is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
67% more expensive in Tucson Estates
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Tucson Estates, AZ
Compared to Ames, Tucson Estates is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  67.4% higher
  Health
  29.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher

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