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Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Vaughn, Montana

The cost of living in Vaughn, Montana is 1.3% cheaper than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,336 in Vaughn, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Vaughn, Montana is cheaper than Ames, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
20% cheaper in Vaughn
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs Vaughn, MT
Compared to Ames, Vaughn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  6.4% lower
  Commute
  13.4% higher
  Health
  15.0% lower
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  Personal
  3.1% higher
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