Ames, Iowa vs. Frankfort, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Frankfort, Kentucky is 12.1% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $43,965 in Frankfort, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Frankfort, Kentucky is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Frankfort
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Frankfort, KY
Compared to Ames, Frankfort is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  0.7% higher
  Health
  16.0% lower
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  Personal
  4.9% higher
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