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Ames, Iowa vs. Salem, Oregon

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The cost of living in Salem, Oregon is 13.4% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $56,700 in Salem, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Oregon is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Salem
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Salem, OR
Compared to Ames, Salem is:
  Homeowner
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  13.4% higher
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  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.1% higher
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  Utilities
  19.6% lower
  Commute
  43.0% higher
  Health
  23.2% lower
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  Personal
  0.4% higher
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