Palmer, Alaska vs. Corvallis, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Corvallis, Oregon is 5.0% cheaper than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $47,476 in Corvallis, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Corvallis, Oregon is cheaper than Palmer, Alaska
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
40% cheaper in Corvallis
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs. Corvallis, OR
Compared to Palmer, Corvallis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  24.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.3% lower
  Commute
  35.1% lower
  Health
  25.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% lower