Henderson, Kentucky vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 14.0% more expensive than Henderson, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $57,008 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Henderson, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Henderson, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Ames
than in Henderson, Kentucky
Henderson, KY vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Henderson, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% higher
      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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% higher
  Commute
  17.7% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower