Meridian, Idaho vs. Sitka, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sitka, Alaska is 1.6% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $49,198 in Sitka, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sitka, Alaska is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Sitka
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Sitka, AK
Compared to Meridian, Sitka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  55.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.3% higher
  Commute
  34.3% lower
  Health
  26.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.0% higher