Reno, Nevada vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 13.0% cheaper than Reno, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $43,512 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Reno, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is cheaper than Reno, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Homer
than in Reno, Nevada
Reno, NV vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Reno, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% 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
  20.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.7% higher
  Commute
  28.8% lower
  Health
  35.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.7% higher