Lusk, Wyoming vs. Whittier, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whittier, Alaska is 1.2% more expensive than Lusk, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $20,245 in Whittier, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Lusk, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whittier, Alaska is more expensive than Lusk, Wyoming
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
52% more expensive in Whittier
than in Lusk, Wyoming
Lusk, WY vs. Whittier, AK
Compared to Lusk, Whittier is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  37.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  52.3% higher
  Commute
  12.3% lower
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.6% higher