Mason City vs West Des Moines: Housing
| Mason City | West Des Moines | |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,000 | $309,000 |
| Median Gross Rent | $882/mo | $1,237/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 65.5% | 57.4% |
| Rent as Share of Income | 16.3% | 17.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.