Salem, Oregon vs. Haines, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Haines, Alaska is 9.4% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $61,250 in Haines, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Haines, Alaska is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
80% more expensive in Haines
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Haines, AK
Compared to Salem, Haines is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.4% 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
  52.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  80.7% higher
  Commute
  32.2% lower
  Health
  37.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.4% higher