Anchorage, Alaska vs. Astoria, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Astoria, Oregon is 11.7% cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $44,138 in Astoria, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Astoria, Oregon is cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
35% cheaper in Astoria
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Astoria, OR
Compared to Anchorage, Astoria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% lower
      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
  18.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.4% lower
  Commute
  26.8% lower
  Health
  20.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.3% lower