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CARY vs. MASON CITY
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Cary, North Carolina vs. Mason City, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is
38.6%
cheaper
than Cary, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$47,741
in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Cary, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is
cheaper
than Cary, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Mason City
than in Cary, North Carolina
Cary, NC vs. Mason City, IA
Compared to Cary, Mason City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.6% lower
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Food
10.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
75.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.8% higher
Commute
31.6% lower
Health
6.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.4% lower
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