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LONG BEACH vs. AMES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Long Beach, California vs Ames, Iowa
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
43.2%
cheaper
than Long Beach, California.
You would need a salary of
$42,573
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Long Beach, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
cheaper
than Long Beach, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Ames
than in Long Beach, California
Long Beach, CA vs Ames, IA
Compared to Long Beach, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
43.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
69.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.5% higher
Commute
57.4% lower
Health
39.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.5% lower
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