Cost of Living in Houston, Alaska

7%
higher than national avg.
18%
Housing
11%
Utilities
26%
Groceries
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Houston, Alaska's cost of living is 7% higher than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, its average salary and the real estate market of that area. PayScale's Cost of Living Calculator can help you find out more about how your individual needs will factor in when beginning your research to figure out how much it would cost you to relocate.

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Annual Salary
$56,487
Earnings needed to maintain current standard of living
Cost of Living in Houston
13% higher
Housing in Houston
10.5% lower

Cost of Living in Houston, Alaska by Expense Category

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Housing, Utilities & Transportation
Houston's housing expenses are 18% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 11% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 13% higher than the national average.
Median Home Price
$409,577
Median Rent
$1,245 / month
Energy Bill
$221.68 / month
Phone Bill
$214.44 / month
Gas
$3.83 / gallon
Food & Grocery
Houston has grocery prices that are 26% higher than the national average.
Loaf of Bread
$4.98
Gallon of Milk
$5.87
Carton of Eggs
$4.35
Bunch of Bananas
$0.90
Hamburger
$6.95
Healthcare
Healthcare in Houston is 45% higher than the national average.
Doctor's Visit
$203.81
Dentist Visit
$167.59
Optometrist Visit
$186.67
Rx Drug
$353.84
Veterinary Visit
$79.31