Brookings, South Dakota vs. Kenai, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kenai, Alaska is 18.9% more expensive than Brookings, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $59,464 in Kenai, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Brookings, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kenai, Alaska is more expensive than Brookings, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Kenai
than in Brookings, South Dakota
Brookings, SD vs. Kenai, AK
Compared to Brookings, Kenai is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.9% 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
  21.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.9% higher
  Commute
  30.2% higher
  Health
  11.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.5% higher