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BOSTON vs. ANCHORAGE
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
24.4%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$37,810
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Boston, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
44.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.4% lower
Commute
20.6% lower
Health
39.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.6% lower
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