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AMES vs. MOBILE
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Ames, Iowa vs. Mobile, Alabama
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mobile, Alabama is
8.2%
cheaper
than Ames, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$45,903
in Mobile, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mobile, Alabama is
cheaper
than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Mobile
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Mobile, AL
Compared to Ames, Mobile is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
34.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.1% lower
Commute
32.7% higher
Health
3.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.4% higher
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