Houston, Texas vs. Wasilla, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wasilla, Alaska is 17.7% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $58,848 in Wasilla, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wasilla, Alaska is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Wasilla
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Wasilla, AK
Compared to Houston, Wasilla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% 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
  37.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.7% higher
  Commute
  1.9% higher
  Health
  33.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% higher