Kennewick, Washington vs. Palmer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmer, Alaska is 16.9% more expensive than Kennewick, Washington.

You would need a salary of $58,444 in Palmer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Kennewick, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmer, Alaska is more expensive than Kennewick, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
67% more expensive in Palmer
than in Kennewick, Washington
Kennewick, WA vs. Palmer, AK
Compared to Kennewick, Palmer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.9% 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
  34.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  67.5% higher
  Commute
  45.3% higher
  Health
  47.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.9% higher