Cost of Living Calculator - Newport, Washington vs Ketchikan, Alaska


The cost of living in Ketchikan, Alaska is 5.9% more expensive than Newport, Washington.

You would need a salary of $44,054 in Ketchikan, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ketchikan, Alaska is more expensive than Newport, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Ketchikan
than in Newport, Washington
Newport, WA vs Ketchikan, AK
Compared to Newport, Ketchikan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  59.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.3% higher
  Commute
  35.2% lower
  Health
  54.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.6% higher

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