Nampa, Idaho vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 11.5% more expensive than Nampa, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $40,154 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Nampa, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Nampa, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
158% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Nampa, Idaho
Nampa, ID vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Nampa, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.5% 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
  33.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.0% higher
  Commute
  17.1% higher
  Health
  23.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  33.7% higher