Ely, Minnesota vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 26.3% more expensive than Ely, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $54,291 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Ely, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Ely, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Homer
than in Ely, Minnesota
Ely, MN vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Ely, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.3% 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
  30.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  135.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.9% higher
  Commute
  22.2% lower
  Health
  50.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.6% higher