Winthrop, Washington vs. Skagway, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Skagway, Alaska is 9.2% more expensive than Winthrop, Washington.

You would need a salary of $54,595 in Skagway, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Winthrop, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Skagway, Alaska is more expensive than Winthrop, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
70% more expensive in Skagway
than in Winthrop, Washington
Winthrop, WA vs. Skagway, AK
Compared to Winthrop, Skagway is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.2% 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
  44.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  70.2% higher
  Commute
  24.2% lower
  Health
  33.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.4% higher