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AUBURN vs. AMES
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Auburn, Maine vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
1.3%
more expensive
than Auburn, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$50,673
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Auburn, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Auburn, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
72% more expensive in Ames
than in Auburn, Maine
Auburn, ME vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Auburn, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
7.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
17.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.9% lower
Commute
13.4% lower
Health
25.6% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.5% lower
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