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ANCHORAGE vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Anchorage, Alaska vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
110.3%
more expensive
than Anchorage, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$63,103
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Anchorage, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
259% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Anchorage, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
110.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
4.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
312.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.8% lower
Commute
51.2% higher
Health
8.4% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
2.1% lower
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