Homer, Alaska vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 9.1% cheaper than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $45,442 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Homer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Tucson
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Homer, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.1% 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
  22.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.7% lower
  Commute
  44.0% higher
  Health
  34.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% lower