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ANCHORAGE vs. SEATTLE
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Anchorage, Alaska vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
44.7%
more expensive
than Anchorage, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$112,831
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Anchorage, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
139% more expensive in Seattle
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Anchorage, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
44.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
11.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
113.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
36.4% lower
Commute
31.5% higher
Health
29.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.4% lower
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