Anchorage, Alaska vs. Hill City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hill City, South Dakota is 8.8% cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $45,603 in Hill City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hill City, South Dakota is cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% cheaper in Hill City
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Hill City, SD
Compared to Anchorage, Hill City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.8% 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
  15.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  26.2% lower
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.2% lower