Mason City, Iowa vs. Elko, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elko, Nevada is 45.3% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $72,643 in Elko, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elko, Nevada is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
119% more expensive in Elko
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs. Elko, NV
Compared to Mason City, Elko is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.3% higher
      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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  157.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% lower
  Commute
  56.7% higher
  Health
  23.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% higher