Cost of Living Calculator - Mason City, Iowa vs Helena, Montana


The cost of living in Helena, Montana is 42.0% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $106,500 in Helena, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Montana is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
220% more expensive in Helena
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs Helena, MT
Compared to Mason City, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.0% 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
  10.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  171.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.8% lower
  Commute
  2.9% higher
  Health
  0.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher

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