Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs North Pole, Alaska


The cost of living in North Pole, Alaska is 5.9% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $79,395 in North Pole, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Pole, Alaska is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
67% more expensive in North Pole
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs North Pole, AK
Compared to Salem, North Pole is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  34.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  67.5% higher
  Commute
  3.7% lower
  Health
  38.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.2% higher

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