Anchorage, Alaska vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 14.1% more expensive than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $62,776 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Anchorage, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Portland
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Anchorage, Portland is:
  Homeowner
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  14.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  26.1% lower
  Commute
  24.2% higher
  Health
  27.8% lower
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  Personal
  8.0% lower
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