Mason City, Iowa vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 48.1% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $111,107 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
177% more expensive in Tampa
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Mason City, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.1% 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
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  136.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  89.7% higher
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher