Katy, Texas vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 9.5% more expensive than Katy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $169,783 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Katy, Texas
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
37% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Katy, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.5% 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
  23.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% higher
  Commute
  14.3% lower
  Health
  31.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.0% higher