Talkeetna, Alaska vs. Ames, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is 11.8% cheaper than Talkeetna, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $44,092 in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Talkeetna, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is cheaper than Talkeetna, Alaska
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% cheaper in Ames
than in Talkeetna, Alaska
Talkeetna, AK vs. Ames, IA
Compared to Talkeetna, Ames is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  26.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  22.7% lower
  Commute
  46.7% lower
  Health
  5.0% lower
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  Personal
  18.7% lower
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