San Diego, California vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 34.4% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $78,778 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Homer
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Homer, AK
Compared to San Diego, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.4% 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
  12.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.4% higher
  Commute
  44.2% lower
  Health
  46.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher