Rochester, New York vs. Utqiagvik, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Utqiagvik, Alaska is 37.3% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $82,356 in Utqiagvik, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Utqiagvik, Alaska is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Utqiagvik
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Utqiagvik, AK
Compared to Rochester, Utqiagvik is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.3% 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
  166.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  211.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  20.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher