Sandy, Utah vs. Wasilla, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wasilla, Alaska is 12.4% cheaper than Sandy, Utah.

You would need a salary of $43,804 in Wasilla, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandy, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wasilla, Alaska is cheaper than Sandy, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Wasilla
than in Sandy, Utah
Sandy, UT vs. Wasilla, AK
Compared to Sandy, Wasilla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% lower
      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
  39.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.1% higher
  Commute
  24.2% higher
  Health
  25.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.9% higher