Cost of Living Calculator - Mason City, Iowa vs Provo, Utah


The cost of living in Provo, Utah is 55.3% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $71,438 in Provo, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Provo, Utah is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
231% more expensive in Provo
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs Provo, UT
Compared to Mason City, Provo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.3% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  230.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  44.5% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher

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