Cost of Living Calculator - Albany, New York vs Mason City, Iowa


The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 27.5% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $54,404 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Mason City
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs Mason City, IA
Compared to Albany, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.5% 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
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  32.5% lower
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.9% lower

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