Boulder, Colorado vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 46.1% cheaper than Boulder, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $26,939 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Boulder, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Boulder, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Ames
than in Boulder, Colorado
Boulder, CO vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Boulder, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  46.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Food
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  29.4% lower
  Health
  41.3% higher
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  Personal
  12.1% lower
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