Sarasota, Florida vs. Valdez, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valdez, Alaska is 2.3% more expensive than Sarasota, Florida.

You would need a salary of $76,749 in Valdez, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Sarasota, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valdez, Alaska is more expensive than Sarasota, Florida
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
41% more expensive in Valdez
than in Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota, FL vs. Valdez, AK
Compared to Sarasota, Valdez 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
  36.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.9% higher
  Commute
  29.7% lower
  Health
  22.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.2% higher

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