Redmond, Washington vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 53.3% cheaper than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $53,722 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Redmond, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Ames
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Redmond, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.3% lower
      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
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.3% higher
  Commute
  47.5% lower
  Health
  37.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.7% lower