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Cost of Living Calculator - Louisville, Kentucky vs Ames, Iowa
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
0.7%
more expensive
than Louisville, Kentucky.
You would need a salary of
$120,804
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Louisville, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Louisville, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Ames
than in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, KY vs Ames, IA
Compared to Louisville, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
0.7% higher
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Food
0.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
13.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
6.3% higher
Commute
34.9% lower
Health
27.4% higher
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2.4% lower
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