Worthington, Minnesota vs. Mason City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason City, Iowa is 5.7% cheaper than Worthington, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $47,170 in Mason City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Worthington, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason City, Iowa is cheaper than Worthington, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Mason City
than in Worthington, Minnesota
Worthington, MN vs. Mason City, IA
Compared to Worthington, Mason City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  1.3% lower
  Health
  20.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower