Aiken, South Carolina vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 34.4% more expensive than Aiken, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $100,811 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Aiken, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Aiken, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Aiken, South Carolina
Aiken, SC vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Aiken, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
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  34.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  27.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  134.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  23.6% higher
  Health
  29.9% higher
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  Personal
  28.2% higher
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