San Marcos, Texas vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 15.9% more expensive than San Marcos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $34,765 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than San Marcos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Anchorage
than in San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos, TX vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to San Marcos, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.9% 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
  32.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% higher
  Commute
  2.1% lower
  Health
  15.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  36.2% higher