Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Homer, Alaska


The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 2.8% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $0 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
60% more expensive in Homer
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Homer, AK
Compared to Salem, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  23.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  60.0% higher
  Commute
  30.2% lower
  Health
  40.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.4% higher

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