Mason City, Iowa vs. Lewiston, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lewiston, Idaho is 34.1% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $67,071 in Lewiston, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lewiston, Idaho is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Lewiston
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs. Lewiston, ID
Compared to Mason City, Lewiston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.1% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  32.3% higher
  Health
  8.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher