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HOUGHTON vs. ANCHORAGE
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Houghton, Michigan vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
35.0%
more expensive
than Houghton, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$67,520
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
more expensive
than Houghton, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Houghton, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
30.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
107.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.8% lower
Commute
34.1% higher
Health
3.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
32.1% higher
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