Homer, Alaska vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 10.2% more expensive than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $154,226 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Homer, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
39% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Homer, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% lower
  Commute
  55.9% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher