Mason City, Iowa vs. Salem, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salem, Illinois is 1.0% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $50,500 in Salem, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salem, Illinois is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
27% more expensive in Salem
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs. Salem, IL
Compared to Mason City, Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% 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
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  7.6% higher
  Health
  27.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher