Ames, Iowa vs. Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is 22.5% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $38,760 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Wilkes-Barre
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Wilkes Barre, PA
Compared to Ames, Wilkes Barre is:
  Homeowner
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  22.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  19.2% higher
  Health
  21.4% lower
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  Personal
  2.3% higher
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