Anchorage, Alaska vs. Kootenai, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kootenai, Idaho is 15.0% cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $63,750 in Kootenai, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kootenai, Idaho is cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% cheaper in Kootenai
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Kootenai, ID
Compared to Anchorage, Kootenai is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.0% lower
      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
  18.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.3% lower
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  16.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.1% lower