Springfield, Oregon vs. North Pole, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Pole, Alaska is 6.9% more expensive than Springfield, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $53,452 in North Pole, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Pole, Alaska is more expensive than Springfield, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
66% more expensive in North Pole
than in Springfield, Oregon
Springfield, OR vs. North Pole, AK
Compared to Springfield, North Pole is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% 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
  35.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  66.8% higher
  Commute
  1.3% higher
  Health
  33.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.9% higher