Lawrence, Kansas vs. Soldotna, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Soldotna, Alaska is 10.7% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $66,438 in Soldotna, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Soldotna, Alaska is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Soldotna
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Soldotna, AK
Compared to Lawrence, Soldotna is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  23.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  10.1% lower
  Health
  22.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% higher