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IOWA FALLS vs. AMES
Cost of Living Comparison
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Iowa Falls, Iowa vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
23.2%
more expensive
than Iowa Falls, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$51,741
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa Falls, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Iowa Falls, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Ames
than in Iowa Falls, Iowa
Iowa Falls, IA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Iowa Falls, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.2% higher
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Renter
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Food
3.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
100.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% lower
Commute
2.8% higher
Health
1.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.5% lower
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