Ames, Iowa vs. Muncie, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Muncie, Indiana is 20.8% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $39,590 in Muncie, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Muncie, Indiana is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Muncie
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Muncie, IN
Compared to Ames, Muncie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.8% lower
      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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% lower
  Commute
  10.7% higher
  Health
  23.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher