Nikiski, Alaska vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 3.6% more expensive than Nikiski, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $51,821 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Nikiski, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Nikiski, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Homer
than in Nikiski, Alaska
Nikiski, AK vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Nikiski, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% higher
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  0.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% higher