Reno, Nevada vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 4.1% cheaper than Reno, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $143,802 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Reno, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than Reno, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Reno, Nevada
Reno, NV vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Reno, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% lower
      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
  19.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  11.0% higher
  Health
  31.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.1% higher