Cost of Living Calculator - Elk Ridge, Utah vs Ames, Iowa


The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 31.5% cheaper than Elk Ridge, Utah.

You would need a salary of $51,346 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Elk Ridge, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Elk Ridge, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Ames
than in Elk Ridge, Utah
Elk Ridge, UT vs Ames, IA
Compared to Elk Ridge, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  30.2% lower
  Health
  18.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower

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