Olympia, Washington vs. Sitka, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sitka, Alaska is 4.2% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $78,150 in Sitka, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sitka, Alaska is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
44% more expensive in Sitka
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Sitka, AK
Compared to Olympia, Sitka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  44.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  46.0% higher
  Commute
  34.8% lower
  Health
  46.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.3% higher