San Antonio, Texas vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 29.2% more expensive than San Antonio, Texas.

You would need a salary of $38,753 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in San Antonio, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than San Antonio, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Anchorage
than in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, TX vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to San Antonio, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  33.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  5.3% higher
  Health
  31.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.8% higher