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AMES vs. MINNEAPOLIS
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Ames, Iowa vs. Minneapolis, Minnesota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Minneapolis, Minnesota is
16.3%
more expensive
than Ames, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$58,140
in Minneapolis, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Minneapolis, Minnesota is
more expensive
than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Minneapolis
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Minneapolis, MN
Compared to Ames, Minneapolis is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.3% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
4.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
47.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.1% higher
Commute
61.5% higher
Health
37.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.9% higher
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