Grand Haven, Michigan vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 4.9% cheaper than Grand Haven, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $47,526 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Haven, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Grand Haven, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Ames
than in Grand Haven, Michigan
Grand Haven, MI vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Grand Haven, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  27.0% lower
  Health
  48.6% higher
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  Personal
  2.9% lower
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