Cost of Living Calculator - Palmer, Alaska vs Ellensburg, Washington


The cost of living in Ellensburg, Washington is 10.4% cheaper than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $67,169 in Ellensburg, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ellensburg, Washington is cheaper than Palmer, Alaska
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
39% cheaper in Ellensburg
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs Ellensburg, WA
Compared to Palmer, Ellensburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  25.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.3% lower
  Commute
  40.7% lower
  Health
  32.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.7% lower

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