Cost of Living Calculator - Palmer, Alaska vs Sandpoint, Idaho


The cost of living in Sandpoint, Idaho is 11.0% cheaper than Palmer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $66,775 in Sandpoint, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandpoint, Idaho is cheaper than Palmer, Alaska
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
44% cheaper in Sandpoint
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs Sandpoint, ID
Compared to Palmer, Sandpoint is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  25.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  37.9% lower
  Commute
  44.9% lower
  Health
  17.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.7% lower

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