Mason City, Iowa vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 44.3% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $108,214 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Dallas
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Mason City, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.3% 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
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  131.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  98.1% higher
  Health
  2.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% higher