Cost of Living Calculator - Roscoe, Illinois vs Ames, Iowa


The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 2.8% more expensive than Roscoe, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,424 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Roscoe, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Roscoe, Illinois
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% more expensive in Ames
than in Roscoe, Illinois
Roscoe, IL vs Ames, IA
Compared to Roscoe, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% higher
      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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% lower
  Commute
  22.7% lower
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher

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