New York, New York vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 31.2% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $41,281 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Anchorage
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to New York, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% lower
      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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.2% lower
  Commute
  42.2% lower
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher