Richland, Washington vs. Ketchikan, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ketchikan, Alaska is 2.3% more expensive than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $51,148 in Ketchikan, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ketchikan, Alaska is more expensive than Richland, Washington
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
56% more expensive in Ketchikan
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Ketchikan, AK
Compared to Richland, Ketchikan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  56.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.6% higher
  Commute
  13.9% lower
  Health
  47.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.6% higher