Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 1.7% cheaper than Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $49,129 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Ames
than in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, PA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Pittsburgh, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  1.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  36.3% lower
  Health
  36.2% higher
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  Personal
  1.5% lower
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