Cost of Living Calculator - Caldwell, Idaho vs Mason City, Iowa


The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 31.9% cheaper than Caldwell, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $51,070 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Caldwell, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Caldwell, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Mason City
than in Caldwell, Idaho
Caldwell, ID vs Mason City, IA
Compared to Caldwell, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  33.3% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher

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