Homer, Alaska vs. Haines, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Haines, Alaska is 6.4% more expensive than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $53,181 in Haines, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Haines, Alaska is more expensive than Homer, Alaska
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
23% more expensive in Haines
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Haines, AK
Compared to Homer, Haines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  23.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% higher
  Commute
  2.8% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher