Cost of Living Calculator - Mason City, Iowa vs Big Spring, Texas


The cost of living in Big Spring, Texas is 6.6% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $79,957 in Big Spring, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Big Spring, Texas is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
62% more expensive in Big Spring
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs Big Spring, TX
Compared to Mason City, Big Spring is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  15.7% higher
  Health
  12.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher

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