Ocean City, Maryland vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 13.6% more expensive than Ocean City, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $56,807 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Ocean City, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Ocean City, Maryland
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Ocean City, Maryland
Ocean City, MD vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Ocean City, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  29.1% higher
  Health
  44.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher