Cost of Living Calculator - Augusta, Maine vs Mason City, Iowa


The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 15.6% cheaper than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $42,220 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Augusta, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Mason City
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs Mason City, IA
Compared to Augusta, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.6% 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
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  7.9% lower
  Health
  7.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower

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