Lubbock, Texas vs. Kenai, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kenai, Alaska is 23.8% more expensive than Lubbock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $63,134 in Kenai, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Lubbock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kenai, Alaska is more expensive than Lubbock, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Kenai
than in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, TX vs. Kenai, AK
Compared to Lubbock, Kenai is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.8% 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
  32.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  6.8% higher
  Health
  12.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.1% higher