Newell, South Dakota vs. Palmer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmer, Alaska is 53.6% more expensive than Newell, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $76,805 in Palmer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Newell, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmer, Alaska is more expensive than Newell, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
176% more expensive in Palmer
than in Newell, South Dakota
Newell, SD vs. Palmer, AK
Compared to Newell, Palmer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.6% 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
  40.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  321.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.2% higher
  Commute
  65.9% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.0% higher