Rome, New York vs. Seward, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seward, Alaska is 21.4% more expensive than Rome, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,578 in Seward, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seward, Alaska is more expensive than Rome, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
104% more expensive in Seward
than in Rome, New York
Rome, NY vs. Seward, AK
Compared to Rome, Seward is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% 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
  24.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  146.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% lower
  Commute
  4.9% lower
  Health
  16.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% higher