Rental GuideMason City, IA

Mason City rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$975

Year Over Year Change

$47

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Mason City apartments

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

21%

$751 - $1,500

59%

$0 - $750

17%

21%

59%

17%

How has rent in Mason City, IA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Mason City, IA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $975, which is a 4.08% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Mason City, IA is about $925. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Mason City, IA is $1,460, and studios are about $780 per month.

See more Mason City, IA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Mason City, IA?

schools

3,598

students

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Who lives in Mason City, IA?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

23%

20-34

19%

35-44

10%

45-64

25%

65+

21%

Language

English

96%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

55%

Bachelor's

29%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Mason City, IA?

Families

50% Families

50% Single

Property

35% Renters

65% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

19%

25-50k

27%

50-75k

21%

75-100k

13%

100-150k

12%

150k+

How do residents get around Mason City, IA?

Mason City locals spend about 15 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Mason City is through Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, 119.34 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

7/10

This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Mason City are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Mason City, IA?

The overall cost of living in Mason City, IA is 7% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Mason City you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.03 per carton, and milk $4.44. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $157 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	2% lower
Groceries	6% lower
Utilities	2% higher
Transportation	8% lower
Health	5% lower

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Goods & Services