Palmer, Alaska vs. Prescott Valley, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Prescott Valley, Arizona is 5.5% cheaper than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $37,807 in Prescott Valley, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Prescott Valley, Arizona is cheaper than Palmer, Alaska
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
27% cheaper in Prescott Valley
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs. Prescott Valley, AZ
Compared to Palmer, Prescott Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  27.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% lower
  Commute
  28.8% lower
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.4% lower