Olympia, Washington vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 19.3% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $40,349 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Ames
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Olympia, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  19.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  32.5% higher
  Commute
  26.2% lower
  Health
  38.7% higher
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  Personal
  5.8% lower
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