Anchorage, Alaska vs. Moscow, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Moscow, Idaho is 14.4% cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $68,483 in Moscow, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Moscow, Idaho is cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Moscow
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Moscow, ID
Compared to Anchorage, Moscow is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  17.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.0% lower
  Commute
  38.0% lower
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.9% lower