Cost of Living Calculator - Mason City, Iowa vs Waco, Texas


The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 12.7% more expensive than Mason City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $157,803 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mason City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is more expensive than Mason City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Waco
than in Mason City, Iowa
Mason City, IA vs Waco, TX
Compared to Mason City, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  22.3% higher
  Health
  0.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher

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