Cost of Living Calculator - Arcata, California vs Anchorage, Alaska


The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 7.2% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $85,767 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
28% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to Arcata, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% higher
      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
  20.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.3% higher
  Commute
  28.8% higher
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.6% higher

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