Cost of Living Calculator - Jackson, Wyoming vs Ames, Iowa


The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 47.0% cheaper than Jackson, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $26,481 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Jackson, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Ames
than in Jackson, Wyoming
Jackson, WY vs Ames, IA
Compared to Jackson, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.0% 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
  14.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  8.6% lower
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% lower

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