Wasilla, Alaska vs. Surprise, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Surprise, Arizona is 4.3% cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $71,797 in Surprise, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Wasilla, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surprise, Arizona is cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
27% cheaper in Surprise
than in Wasilla, Alaska
Wasilla, AK vs. Surprise, AZ
Compared to Wasilla, Surprise is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  27.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% lower
  Commute
  13.8% lower
  Health
  27.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% lower