Cost of Living Calculator - Mason City, Iowa vs Astoria, Oregon


The cost of living in Astoria, Oregon is 46.3% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $73,143 in Astoria, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Astoria, Oregon is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
219% more expensive in Astoria
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs Astoria, OR
Compared to Mason City, Astoria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.3% higher
      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
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  192.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.0% lower
  Commute
  29.6% higher
  Health
  0.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher

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