Alvin, Texas vs. Seward, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seward, Alaska is 7.3% more expensive than Alvin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $53,674 in Seward, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Alvin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seward, Alaska is more expensive than Alvin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Seward
than in Alvin, Texas
Alvin, TX vs. Seward, AK
Compared to Alvin, Seward is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  25.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  36.6% lower
  Health
  40.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.2% higher