Cost of Living Calculator - Richland, Washington vs North Pole, Alaska


The cost of living in North Pole, Alaska is 8.2% more expensive than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $81,138 in North Pole, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Pole, Alaska is more expensive than Richland, Washington
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
67% more expensive in North Pole
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs North Pole, AK
Compared to Richland, North Pole is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% higher
      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
  33.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  67.7% higher
  Commute
  16.1% higher
  Health
  48.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.8% higher

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