Abilene, Texas vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 46.3% more expensive than Abilene, Texas.

You would need a salary of $146,280 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Abilene, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Abilene, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Abilene, Texas
Abilene, TX vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Abilene, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.3% 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
  33.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  177.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  52.7% higher
  Health
  7.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.7% higher