Elkhart, Indiana vs. Valdez, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valdez, Alaska is 31.8% more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $65,895 in Valdez, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkhart, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valdez, Alaska is more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Valdez
than in Elkhart, Indiana
Elkhart, IN vs. Valdez, AK
Compared to Elkhart, Valdez is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  57.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  44.2% higher
  Commute
  17.4% lower
  Health
  33.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.5% higher