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DAYTON vs. AMES
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Dayton, Ohio vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
27.0%
more expensive
than Dayton, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$63,502
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
128% more expensive in Ames
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Dayton, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.0% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
262.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% lower
Commute
17.1% lower
Health
33.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.0% lower
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