Beardstown, IL vs Mason City, IL

Beardstown, IL and Mason City, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.2% difference in their overall index. Beardstown scores 64 while Mason City scores 65 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Beardstown is $769/month compared to $785/month in Mason City — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Beardstown is more affordable at $80,800 median vs $92,200.

Median household income in Beardstown is $58,765 compared to $64,250 in Mason City (-8.5%). While Mason City is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Beardstown spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, more than the 14.7% in Mason City.