Buffalo, Wyoming vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 3.9% more expensive than Buffalo, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $64,968 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Buffalo, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Homer
than in Buffalo, Wyoming
Buffalo, WY vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Buffalo, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% higher
      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
  21.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.7% higher
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  11.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% higher