Springfield, Illinois vs. Mason City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 7.2% cheaper than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $69,629 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Springfield, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% cheaper in Mason City
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Mason City, IA
Compared to Springfield, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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      Child Care, Taxes Considered
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
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  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Food
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  15.6% lower
  Health
  10.1% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  1.2% higher
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