Whidbey Island Station, Washington vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 14.3% more expensive than Whidbey Island Station, Washington.

You would need a salary of $57,166 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Whidbey Island Station, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Whidbey Island Station, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
92% more expensive in Homer
than in Whidbey Island Station, Washington
Whidbey Island Station, WA vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Whidbey Island Station, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% 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
  21.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  92.6% higher
  Commute
  24.8% lower
  Health
  37.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.7% higher