Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Powell, Wyoming


The cost of living in Powell, Wyoming is 10.5% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $82,896 in Powell, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Powell, Wyoming is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Powell
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Powell, WY
Compared to Ames, Powell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  18.8% higher
  Health
  20.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% higher

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