Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Deer Lodge, Montana


The cost of living in Deer Lodge, Montana is 10.2% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $67,359 in Deer Lodge, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Deer Lodge, Montana is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
51% cheaper in Deer Lodge
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Deer Lodge, MT
Compared to Ames, Deer Lodge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  14.4% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher

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