Billings, Montana vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 24.2% more expensive than Billings, Montana.

You would need a salary of $68,308 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Billings, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Billings, Montana
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
45% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Billings, Montana
Billings, MT vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Billings, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.2% 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
  20.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  39.1% higher
  Health
  34.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.7% higher