Mason City, Iowa vs. Montgomery, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Alabama is 10.4% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,214 in Montgomery, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Alabama is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% more expensive in Montgomery
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs. Montgomery, AL
Compared to Mason City, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  37.7% higher
  Health
  20.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher