Cost of Living Calculator - Leeds, North Dakota vs Ames, Iowa


The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 28.1% more expensive than Leeds, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $64,043 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Leeds, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Leeds, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
148% more expensive in Ames
than in Leeds, North Dakota
Leeds, ND vs Ames, IA
Compared to Leeds, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.1% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  4.3% lower
  Health
  12.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher

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