Richmond, Kentucky vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 6.2% more expensive than Richmond, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $58,429 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Richmond, Kentucky
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% more expensive in Ames
than in Richmond, Kentucky
Richmond, KY vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Richmond, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
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  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Food
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  8.3% lower
  Health
  17.1% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  0.2% higher
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