Ames, Iowa vs. Ann Arbor, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ann Arbor, Michigan is 22.6% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,296 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ann Arbor, Michigan is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Ann Arbor
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Ann Arbor, MI
Compared to Ames, Ann Arbor is:
  Homeowner
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  22.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  107.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  49.0% higher
  Health
  33.0% lower
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  Personal
  0.4% higher
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