Gresham, Oregon vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 1.6% more expensive than Gresham, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $50,788 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Gresham, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Gresham, Oregon
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
38% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Gresham, Oregon
Gresham, OR vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Gresham, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  21.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.7% higher
  Commute
  0.4% lower
  Health
  38.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher