Phoenix, Arizona vs. Mason City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 35.6% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $48,298 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Mason City
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Mason City, IA
Compared to Phoenix, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.6% lower
      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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  49.9% lower
  Health
  8.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower