Minot, North Dakota vs. Wasilla, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wasilla, Alaska is 32.4% more expensive than Minot, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $66,196 in Wasilla, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Minot, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wasilla, Alaska is more expensive than Minot, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Wasilla
than in Minot, North Dakota
Minot, ND vs. Wasilla, AK
Compared to Minot, Wasilla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.4% 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
  33.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.2% higher
  Commute
  70.1% higher
  Health
  17.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% higher