Palmer, Alaska vs. Albany, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, Oregon is 12.6% cheaper than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $65,535 in Albany, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, Oregon is cheaper than Palmer, Alaska
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
39% cheaper in Albany
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs. Albany, OR
Compared to Palmer, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  25.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.1% lower
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  24.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% lower

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