Blacksburg, Virginia vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 21.5% more expensive than Blacksburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $224,712 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Blacksburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Blacksburg, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
68% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Blacksburg, Virginia
Blacksburg, VA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Blacksburg, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
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  21.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  6.1% higher
  Commute
  68.4% higher
  Health
  7.0% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  22.0% higher
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