Cost of Living Calculator - Mason City, Iowa vs Boston, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 119.1% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $164,390 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
378% more expensive in Boston
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs Boston, MA
Compared to Mason City, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  119.1% 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
  20.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  549.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.4% higher
  Commute
  123.0% higher
  Health
  10.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  38.2% higher

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