Chicago, Illinois vs. Ketchikan, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ketchikan, Alaska is 4.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $47,719 in Ketchikan, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ketchikan, Alaska is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% cheaper in Ketchikan
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Ketchikan, AK
Compared to Chicago, Ketchikan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% lower
      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
  63.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.9% higher
  Commute
  50.5% lower
  Health
  44.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher