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DULUTH vs. AMES
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Duluth, Minnesota vs. Ames, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
5.4%
more expensive
than Duluth, Minnesota.
You would need a salary of
$52,684
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Duluth, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Duluth, Minnesota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
39% more expensive in Ames
than in Duluth, Minnesota
Duluth, MN vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Duluth, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
4.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.5% higher
Commute
17.5% lower
Health
40.0% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
5.7% lower
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