Aurora, Illinois vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 1.3% more expensive than Aurora, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $50,673 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Aurora, Illinois
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% more expensive in Ames
than in Aurora, Illinois
Aurora, IL vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Aurora, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  25.7% lower
  Health
  30.3% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.8% lower
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