Sterling, Alaska vs. Yucca Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Yucca Valley, California is 7.7% cheaper than Sterling, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $46,161 in Yucca Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Yucca Valley, California is cheaper than Sterling, Alaska
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
33% cheaper in Yucca Valley
than in Sterling, Alaska
Sterling, AK vs. Yucca Valley, CA
Compared to Sterling, Yucca Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.7% 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
  22.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  13.6% higher
  Health
  32.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% lower