Kelso, Washington vs. Kenai, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kenai, Alaska is 1.3% more expensive than Kelso, Washington.

You would need a salary of $50,659 in Kenai, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Kelso, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kenai, Alaska is more expensive than Kelso, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
57% more expensive in Kenai
than in Kelso, Washington
Kelso, WA vs. Kenai, AK
Compared to Kelso, Kenai is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  22.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  57.3% higher
  Commute
  14.0% lower
  Health
  27.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.6% higher