Alamogordo, New Mexico vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 22.2% more expensive than Alamogordo, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $61,096 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Alamogordo, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is more expensive than Alamogordo, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Ames
than in Alamogordo, New Mexico
Alamogordo, NM vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Alamogordo, Ames is:
  Homeowner
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  22.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  39.2% higher
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  Personal
  1.0% higher
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