Anchorage, Alaska vs. Fruita, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fruita, Colorado is 12.1% cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $43,966 in Fruita, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fruita, Colorado is cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% cheaper in Fruita
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Fruita, CO
Compared to Anchorage, Fruita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  15.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  20.6% lower
  Health
  31.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.9% lower