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FOLSOM vs. AMES
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Folsom, California vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
39.2%
cheaper
than Folsom, California.
You would need a salary of
$106,486
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Folsom, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
cheaper
than Folsom, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Ames
than in Folsom, California
Folsom, CA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Folsom, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
10.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
66.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.6% lower
Commute
42.8% lower
Health
16.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.8% lower
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