Reno, Nevada vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 25.4% cheaper than Reno, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $37,314 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Reno, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Reno, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Ames
than in Reno, Nevada
Reno, NV vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Reno, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.4% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  26.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower