Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Virginia Beach, Virginia


The cost of living in Virginia Beach, Virginia is 14.4% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $85,801 in Virginia Beach, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Virginia Beach, Virginia is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Virginia Beach
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Virginia Beach, VA
Compared to Ames, Virginia Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  45.8% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% higher

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.