Lakeland, Florida vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 31.4% more expensive than Lakeland, Florida.

You would need a salary of $61,744 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeland, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Lakeland, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, FL vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Lakeland, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.4% 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
  19.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  105.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  23.6% higher
  Health
  24.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.8% higher