Folsom, California vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 21.8% cheaper than Folsom, California.

You would need a salary of $44,555 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Folsom, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than Folsom, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Folsom, California
Folsom, CA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Folsom, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.8% lower
      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
  12.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  10.9% lower
  Health
  20.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher