Mechanicville, New York vs. Bethel, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bethel, Alaska is 43.7% more expensive than Mechanicville, New York.

You would need a salary of $146,565 in Bethel, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Mechanicville, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bethel, Alaska is more expensive than Mechanicville, New York
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
238% more expensive in Bethel
than in Mechanicville, New York
Mechanicville, NY vs. Bethel, AK
Compared to Mechanicville, Bethel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.7% 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
  105.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  238.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  138.1% higher
  Commute
  22.1% lower
  Health
  7.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher