North Pole, Alaska vs. Twin Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Twin Falls, Idaho is 16.0% cheaper than North Pole, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $42,020 in Twin Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in North Pole, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Twin Falls, Idaho is cheaper than North Pole, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
58% cheaper in Twin Falls
than in North Pole, Alaska
North Pole, AK vs. Twin Falls, ID
Compared to North Pole, Twin Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.0% 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
  32.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.3% lower
  Commute
  27.0% lower
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% lower