Buffalo, New York vs. Kenai, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kenai, Alaska is 12.9% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $56,441 in Kenai, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kenai, Alaska is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Kenai
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Kenai, AK
Compared to Buffalo, Kenai is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% 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
  23.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  176.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  23.7% lower
  Health
  23.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.9% higher