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WASHINGTON vs. ANCHORAGE
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
23.0%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$46,215
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Washington, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
7.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
40.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.0% higher
Commute
22.7% lower
Health
31.3% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
16.5% higher
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