Paducah, Kentucky vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 51.2% more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $75,619 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Paducah, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
111% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Paducah, Kentucky
Paducah, KY vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Paducah, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.2% 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
  32.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  335.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  47.7% higher
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.0% higher