Homer, Alaska vs. Burlington, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Burlington, Iowa is 34.8% cheaper than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $32,621 in Burlington, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Burlington, Iowa is cheaper than Homer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Burlington
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Burlington, IA
Compared to Homer, Burlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.8% 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
  24.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.6% lower
  Commute
  9.8% lower
  Health
  10.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.7% lower