Springfield, Oregon vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 14.4% more expensive than Springfield, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $68,639 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Springfield, Oregon
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
28% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Springfield, Oregon
Springfield, OR vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Springfield, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  22.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.8% higher
  Commute
  14.6% higher
  Health
  30.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.7% higher