Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Winter Haven, Florida


The cost of living in Winter Haven, Florida is 1.7% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $73,754 in Winter Haven, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Winter Haven, Florida is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in Winter Haven
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Winter Haven, FL
Compared to Ames, Winter Haven is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  35.4% higher
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower

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