Mason City, Iowa vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 24.6% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $149,486 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Mason City, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.6% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  141.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  15.9% higher
  Health
  3.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% higher