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BEND vs. AMES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Bend, Oregon vs Ames, Iowa
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
31.2%
cheaper
than Bend, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$51,581
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bend, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
cheaper
than Bend, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Ames
than in Bend, Oregon
Bend, OR vs Ames, IA
Compared to Bend, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
59.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.9% higher
Commute
18.6% lower
Health
23.4% higher
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Personal
6.4% lower
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