Post Falls, Idaho vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 6.5% more expensive than Post Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $47,934 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Post Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Post Falls, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
72% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Post Falls, Idaho
Post Falls, ID vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Post Falls, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.5% 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
  21.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.3% higher
  Commute
  23.6% higher
  Health
  19.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.5% higher