Anchorage, Alaska vs. Reno, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reno, Nevada is 4.3% more expensive than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $91,272 in Reno, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reno, Nevada is more expensive than Anchorage, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Reno
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Reno, NV
Compared to Anchorage, Reno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  16.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  23.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% lower