Fort Lauderdale, Florida vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 23.8% cheaper than Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

You would need a salary of $33,529 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Fort Lauderdale, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Ames
than in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Fort Lauderdale, FL vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Fort Lauderdale, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  23.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  48.6% lower
  Health
  21.8% higher
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  Personal
  8.2% lower
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