Homer, Alaska vs. Sandpoint, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sandpoint, Idaho is 2.8% cheaper than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $48,575 in Sandpoint, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandpoint, Idaho is cheaper than Homer, Alaska
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
33% cheaper in Sandpoint
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Sandpoint, ID
Compared to Homer, Sandpoint is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% lower
      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
  18.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.8% lower
  Commute
  0.1% lower
  Health
  19.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.7% lower