Westcliffe, Colorado vs. Palmer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmer, Alaska is 19.2% more expensive than Westcliffe, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $59,595 in Palmer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Westcliffe, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmer, Alaska is more expensive than Westcliffe, Colorado
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
43% more expensive in Palmer
than in Westcliffe, Colorado
Westcliffe, CO vs. Palmer, AK
Compared to Westcliffe, Palmer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.2% 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
  28.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.4% higher
  Commute
  36.9% higher
  Health
  43.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.9% higher