Riverton, Wyoming vs. Valdez, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valdez, Alaska is 20.1% more expensive than Riverton, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $60,034 in Valdez, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Riverton, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valdez, Alaska is more expensive than Riverton, Wyoming
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
44% more expensive in Valdez
than in Riverton, Wyoming
Riverton, WY vs. Valdez, AK
Compared to Riverton, Valdez is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  44.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.8% higher
  Commute
  8.2% lower
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.4% higher