Ludington, Michigan vs. Mason City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 11.2% cheaper than Ludington, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $44,416 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Ludington, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Ludington, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Mason City
than in Ludington, Michigan
Ludington, MI vs. Mason City, IA
Compared to Ludington, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  18.0% lower
  Health
  24.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower