Cost of Living Calculator - Nikiski, Alaska vs Bend, Oregon


The cost of living in Bend, Oregon is 29.2% more expensive than Nikiski, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $96,924 in Bend, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Nikiski, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bend, Oregon is more expensive than Nikiski, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
140% more expensive in Bend
than in Nikiski, Alaska
Nikiski, AK vs Bend, OR
Compared to Nikiski, Bend is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  16.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  102.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.8% lower
  Commute
  1.5% lower
  Health
  24.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% lower

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