Joplin, Missouri vs. Mason City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 6.2% cheaper than Joplin, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $46,917 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Joplin, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Joplin, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Mason City
than in Joplin, Missouri
Joplin, MO vs. Mason City, IA
Compared to Joplin, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  19.5% lower
  Health
  3.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% higher

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