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Cost of Living Calculator - Mason City, Iowa vs San Francisco, California

The cost of living in San Francisco, California is 248.6% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $261,432 in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
802% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs San Francisco, CA
Compared to Mason City, San Francisco is:
  Homeowner
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  248.6% higher
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  26.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,386.8% higher
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  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  167.7% higher
  Health
  14.3% higher
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  Personal
  29.0% higher
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