Eugene, Oregon vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 8.1% more expensive than Eugene, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $105,081 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Eugene, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Eugene, Oregon
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Eugene, Oregon
Eugene, OR vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Eugene, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  21.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.0% higher
  Commute
  18.2% higher
  Health
  30.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.3% higher