Olympia, Washington vs. Juneau, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Juneau, Alaska is 2.1% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $51,028 in Juneau, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Juneau, Alaska is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
45% more expensive in Juneau
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Juneau, AK
Compared to Olympia, Juneau is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  32.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% higher
  Commute
  20.9% lower
  Health
  45.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% higher