Cost of Living Calculator - Astoria, Oregon vs Mason City, Iowa


The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 31.6% cheaper than Astoria, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $51,270 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Astoria, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Astoria, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Mason City
than in Astoria, Oregon
Astoria, OR vs Mason City, IA
Compared to Astoria, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  45.0% higher
  Commute
  22.8% lower
  Health
  0.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower

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