Phoenix, Arizona vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 3.1% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $48,436 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Homer
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Phoenix, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  26.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.7% higher
  Commute
  43.1% lower
  Health
  40.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% higher