Cost of Living Calculator - Benson, Arizona vs Anchorage, Alaska


The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 36.3% more expensive than Benson, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $68,155 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Benson, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Benson, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Benson, Arizona
Benson, AZ vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to Benson, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.3% 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
  29.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  132.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  28.3% higher
  Health
  18.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.6% higher

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