Newport, Rhode Island vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 25.7% cheaper than Newport, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $37,156 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is cheaper than Newport, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Homer
than in Newport, Rhode Island
Newport, RI vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Newport, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.7% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% higher
  Commute
  26.9% lower
  Health
  48.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% higher