Irving, Texas vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 13.7% more expensive than Irving, Texas.

You would need a salary of $159,216 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Irving, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Irving, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Irving, Texas
Irving, TX vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Irving, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.7% 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
  22.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  5.9% lower
  Health
  27.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.8% higher