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DES MOINES vs. ANCHORAGE
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Des Moines, Washington vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
12.1%
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$43,939
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Des Moines, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
20.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
12.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
51.0% higher
Commute
26.9% lower
Health
42.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.0% higher
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