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CHICAGO vs. ANCHORAGE
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
8.0%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$81,006
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Chicago, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
25.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
45.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.5% higher
Commute
24.5% lower
Health
42.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.7% higher
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