Dayton, Ohio vs. Palmer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmer, Alaska is 61.6% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $161,603 in Palmer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmer, Alaska is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
235% more expensive in Palmer
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Palmer, AK
Compared to Dayton, Palmer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.6% 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
  44.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  448.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.5% higher
  Commute
  49.9% higher
  Health
  40.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% higher