Sitka, Alaska vs. Blaine, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blaine, Washington is 3.9% cheaper than Sitka, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $48,070 in Blaine, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Sitka, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blaine, Washington is cheaper than Sitka, Alaska
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
30% cheaper in Blaine
than in Sitka, Alaska
Sitka, AK vs. Blaine, WA
Compared to Sitka, Blaine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  30.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.1% lower
  Commute
  48.1% higher
  Health
  23.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% lower