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COLUMBUS vs. AMES
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Columbus, Ohio vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
4.5%
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$52,257
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Ames
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Columbus, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
16.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.4% lower
Commute
25.4% lower
Health
35.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.6% higher
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