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PORTLAND vs. ANCHORAGE
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Portland, Oregon vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
12.4%
cheaper
than Portland, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$121,782
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
cheaper
than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Portland, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
17.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
20.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
35.3% higher
Commute
19.5% lower
Health
38.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.7% higher
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