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CHICAGO vs. AMES
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
15.9%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$155,526
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Ames
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Chicago, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
20.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.3% higher
Commute
51.5% lower
Health
37.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.5% lower
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