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LAKE CHARLES vs. MASON CITY
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Cost of Living Calculator - Lake Charles, Louisiana vs Mason City, Iowa
The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is
15.8%
cheaper
than Lake Charles, Louisiana.
You would need a salary of
$42,124
in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is
cheaper
than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Mason City
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs Mason City, IA
Compared to Lake Charles, Mason City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.8% lower
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Food
0.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
38.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
12.6% higher
Commute
33.7% lower
Health
1.4% lower
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Personal
2.1% higher
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