Grants Pass, Oregon vs. Valdez, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valdez, Alaska is 4.4% more expensive than Grants Pass, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $52,180 in Valdez, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Grants Pass, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valdez, Alaska is more expensive than Grants Pass, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
52% more expensive in Valdez
than in Grants Pass, Oregon
Grants Pass, OR vs. Valdez, AK
Compared to Grants Pass, Valdez is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  44.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  52.8% higher
  Commute
  10.8% lower
  Health
  23.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.7% higher