Stony Brook, New York vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 34.6% cheaper than Stony Brook, New York.

You would need a salary of $32,717 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Stony Brook, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Stony Brook, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Ames
than in Stony Brook, New York
Stony Brook, NY vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Stony Brook, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.4% lower
  Commute
  36.7% lower
  Health
  3.5% lower
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  Personal
  12.3% lower
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