Sterling, New York vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 41.5% more expensive than Sterling, New York.

You would need a salary of $25,463 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Sterling, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Sterling, New York
Sterling, NY vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Sterling, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.5% 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
  25.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  229.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  12.1% higher
  Health
  7.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.3% higher