Arlington, Virginia vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 28.2% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $143,564 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Arlington, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
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  28.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  14.6% lower
  Health
  24.7% higher
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  Personal
  5.3% higher
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