Springfield, Illinois vs. Valdez, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valdez, Alaska is 39.7% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $111,724 in Valdez, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valdez, Alaska is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Valdez
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Valdez, AK
Compared to Springfield, Valdez is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.7% 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
  54.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  146.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.6% higher
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  31.5% higher