Cost of Living Calculator - Washington, District of Columbia vs Valdez, Alaska


The cost of living in Valdez, Alaska is 30.1% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $10 in Valdez, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valdez, Alaska is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Valdez
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs Valdez, AK
Compared to Washington, Valdez is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.1% 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
  27.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.1% higher
  Commute
  52.8% lower
  Health
  30.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% higher

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