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Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Temple, Texas

The cost of living in Temple, Texas is 7.2% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $46,411 in Temple, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Temple, Texas is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
25% cheaper in Temple
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Temple, TX
Compared to Ames, Temple is:
  Homeowner
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  7.2% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  9.2% higher
  Health
  16.0% lower
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  Personal
  2.0% lower
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