Ridgecrest, California vs. Willow, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Willow, Alaska is 6.6% more expensive than Ridgecrest, California.

You would need a salary of $53,278 in Willow, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Ridgecrest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Willow, Alaska is more expensive than Ridgecrest, California
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
35% more expensive in Willow
than in Ridgecrest, California
Ridgecrest, CA vs. Willow, AK
Compared to Ridgecrest, Willow is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  35.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  31.8% higher
  Health
  37.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% higher

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