Island City, Oregon vs. Wasilla, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wasilla, Alaska is 27.4% more expensive than Island City, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $63,719 in Wasilla, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Island City, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wasilla, Alaska is more expensive than Island City, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Wasilla
than in Island City, Oregon
Island City, OR vs. Wasilla, AK
Compared to Island City, Wasilla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.4% 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
  37.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.7% higher
  Commute
  64.6% higher
  Health
  23.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.0% higher