Valley Stream, New York vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 31.9% cheaper than Valley Stream, New York.

You would need a salary of $51,050 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Valley Stream, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is cheaper than Valley Stream, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Homer
than in Valley Stream, New York
Valley Stream, NY vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Valley Stream, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% 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
  15.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  62.4% lower
  Health
  3.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher