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PHOENIX vs. ANCHORAGE
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Phoenix, Arizona vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
6.7%
more expensive
than Phoenix, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$106,716
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
more expensive
than Phoenix, Arizona
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
39% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Phoenix, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
25.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
39.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.2% higher
Commute
11.3% lower
Health
35.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
23.0% higher
Cost of Food
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