Springfield, Illinois vs. Wasilla, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wasilla, Alaska is 49.1% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $119,257 in Wasilla, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wasilla, Alaska is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
152% more expensive in Wasilla
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Wasilla, AK
Compared to Springfield, Wasilla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.1% 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
  43.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  149.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.9% higher
  Commute
  73.3% higher
  Health
  13.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.8% higher