Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 10.5% more expensive than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $110,476 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Philadelphia, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
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  10.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  118.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  26.3% lower
  Health
  22.8% higher
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  Personal
  9.6% higher
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