Florence, Oregon vs. Valdez, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valdez, Alaska is 4.2% more expensive than Florence, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $52,077 in Valdez, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Florence, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valdez, Alaska is more expensive than Florence, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
92% more expensive in Valdez
than in Florence, Oregon
Florence, OR vs. Valdez, AK
Compared to Florence, Valdez is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  45.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  92.1% higher
  Commute
  30.8% lower
  Health
  30.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.6% higher