Cost of Living Calculator - Mason City, Iowa vs Olympia, Washington


The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 59.9% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $119,896 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
244% more expensive in Olympia
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs Olympia, WA
Compared to Mason City, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.9% 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
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  243.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.5% lower
  Commute
  54.1% higher
  Health
  13.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher

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