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ANCHORAGE vs. PHOENIX
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Anchorage, Alaska vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
6.3%
cheaper
than Anchorage, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$234,183
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Anchorage, Alaska
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
28% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Anchorage, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
20.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
28.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.8% lower
Commute
12.7% higher
Health
26.2% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
18.7% lower
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