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BAKERSFIELD vs. AMES
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Bakersfield, California vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
12.7%
cheaper
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$105,670
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
cheaper
than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Ames
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Bakersfield, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
24.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.7% lower
Commute
35.1% lower
Health
31.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.7% lower
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