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Homer, AK vs Alamo, NV

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Is it cheaper to live in Alamo or is it cheaper to live in Homer?
- Alamo is 14.3% less expensive than Homer.

Which city has more affordable housing, Alamo or Homer?
- Alamo housing costs are 26.8% less expensive than Homer housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Homer or is Health Care more affordable in Alamo.
- Health related expenses are 2.1% less in Alamo.
 Homer, AKAlamo, NVUnited States
 Overall  Unlock87.1100
 Food & Groceries123.5  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock127.2100
 Housing103.5  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$185,400$338,100
 Utilities127  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock90.8100
 Miscellaneous111.3  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Homer    3 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

homer is a beautiful place on the bay, with a wilderness edge and a community  More

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Over 18 years ago

Homer is one of the most beautiful places when the sun is shining. It's a great place to raise kids. The long dark winters can become quite a  More

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Homer is really great in the summer. It has a variety of little restaraunts, cafes, and coffee shops to suit all tastes. There is an active outdoor recreation scene  More

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Reviews for Alamo    1 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

i lived here for 18 years its a total pog move to go here, so if you want to be an epic gamer give this town a visit or you got the big  More

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