Cost of Living in Mason City, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.3
100 = national avg
-9.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,726
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$93,897
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing75.9
Food99.1
Transportation98.2
Healthcare99.3
Utilities94.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$698
per month
2 Bedroom
$916
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mason City is 90.3, which is 9.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,726 per year to cover basic expenses.