Astoria, Oregon vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 13.3% more expensive than Astoria, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $84,961 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Astoria, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Astoria, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
54% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Astoria, Oregon
Astoria, OR vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Astoria, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% 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
  22.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  54.9% higher
  Commute
  36.6% higher
  Health
  25.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.0% higher