Belleville, Illinois vs. Mason City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 11.4% cheaper than Belleville, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,304 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Belleville, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Belleville, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Mason City
than in Belleville, Illinois
Belleville, IL vs. Mason City, IA
Compared to Belleville, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  37.3% lower
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower