Wheeling, West Virginia vs. Mason City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 7.9% cheaper than Wheeling, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $46,053 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Wheeling, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Wheeling, West Virginia
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
30% cheaper in Mason City
than in Wheeling, West Virginia
Wheeling, WV vs. Mason City, IA
Compared to Wheeling, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.7% higher
  Commute
  25.3% lower
  Health
  10.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% lower