Bethel, Alaska vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 24.0% cheaper than Bethel, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $90,982 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethel, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than Bethel, Alaska
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
56% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Bethel, Alaska
Bethel, AK vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Bethel, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.0% 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
  43.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  56.1% lower
  Commute
  47.5% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher