Newport, Oregon vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 6.3% more expensive than Newport, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $79,692 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Newport, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
113% more expensive in Homer
than in Newport, Oregon
Newport, OR vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Newport, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  22.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  113.6% higher
  Commute
  2.5% lower
  Health
  19.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.3% higher