Homer, Alaska vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 8.4% cheaper than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $68,732 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Homer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Albany
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Homer, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.4% 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
  18.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.3% lower
  Commute
  30.6% higher
  Health
  10.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower