Cost of Living Calculator - Joliet, Illinois vs Mason City, Iowa


The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 16.8% cheaper than Joliet, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $62,426 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Joliet, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Joliet, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Mason City
than in Joliet, Illinois
Joliet, IL vs Mason City, IA
Compared to Joliet, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.8% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  37.2% lower
  Health
  4.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher

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