Nampa, Idaho vs. Palmer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmer, Alaska is 10.5% more expensive than Nampa, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $55,240 in Palmer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Nampa, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmer, Alaska is more expensive than Nampa, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
87% more expensive in Palmer
than in Nampa, Idaho
Nampa, ID vs. Palmer, AK
Compared to Nampa, Palmer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  46.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.6% higher
  Commute
  36.2% higher
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.3% higher