Tucson, Arizona vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 10.0% more expensive than Tucson, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $55,016 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Tucson, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Tucson, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Homer
than in Tucson, Arizona
Tucson, AZ vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Tucson, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.0% 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
  29.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.7% higher
  Commute
  30.5% lower
  Health
  52.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% higher