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


The cost of living in Shungnak, Alaska is 2.3% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $51,172 in Shungnak, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Shungnak, Alaska is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
220% more expensive in Shungnak
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs Shungnak, AK
Compared to Salem, Shungnak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  78.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  220.1% higher
  Commute
  23.6% lower
  Health
  39.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.0% higher

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