Somerset, Kentucky vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 49.3% more expensive than Somerset, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $94,801 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Somerset, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Somerset, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Somerset, Kentucky
Somerset, KY vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Somerset, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.3% 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
  30.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  163.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% higher
  Commute
  55.4% higher
  Health
  20.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.7% higher