Independence, Kansas vs. Soldotna, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Soldotna, Alaska is 54.0% more expensive than Independence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $77,015 in Soldotna, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Soldotna, Alaska is more expensive than Independence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
248% more expensive in Soldotna
than in Independence, Kansas
Independence, KS vs. Soldotna, AK
Compared to Independence, Soldotna is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.0% 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
  35.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  323.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  20.2% higher
  Health
  30.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.0% higher