Kirkland, Washington vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 41.2% cheaper than Kirkland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $29,381 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Kirkland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is cheaper than Kirkland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Homer
than in Kirkland, Washington
Kirkland, WA vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Kirkland, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.2% 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
  13.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  81.8% higher
  Commute
  50.5% lower
  Health
  47.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower

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