North Pole, Alaska vs. Lander, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lander, Wyoming is 11.0% cheaper than North Pole, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $66,767 in Lander, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in North Pole, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lander, Wyoming is cheaper than North Pole, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in Lander
than in North Pole, Alaska
North Pole, AK vs. Lander, WY
Compared to North Pole, Lander is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% lower
      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
  24.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.3% lower
  Commute
  23.7% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.0% lower