Ashton, Idaho vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 26.4% more expensive than Ashton, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $63,205 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Ashton, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Ashton, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Homer
than in Ashton, Idaho
Ashton, ID vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Ashton, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% 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
  35.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.1% higher
  Commute
  20.7% lower
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.3% higher