Athens-Clarke County, Georgia vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 2.5% more expensive than Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $76,873 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Athens-Clarke County, Georgia
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
26% more expensive in Ames
than in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia
Athens Clarke County, GA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Athens Clarke County, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  2.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  16.0% lower
  Health
  26.1% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  1.1% lower
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