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MINOT vs. AMES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Minot, North Dakota vs Ames, Iowa
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
6.4%
more expensive
than Minot, North Dakota.
You would need a salary of
$79,777
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Minot, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Minot, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Ames
than in Minot, North Dakota
Minot, ND vs Ames, IA
Compared to Minot, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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3.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
27.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.7% higher
Commute
5.8% lower
Health
11.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.8% lower
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