Cost of Living Calculator - Longview, Washington vs Mason City, Iowa


The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 28.9% cheaper than Longview, Washington.

You would need a salary of $53,300 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Longview, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Longview, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Mason City
than in Longview, Washington
Longview, WA vs Mason City, IA
Compared to Longview, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.9% 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
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  50.6% higher
  Commute
  34.3% lower
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower

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