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

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 50.1% more expensive than California, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $45,019 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in California, Pennsylvania.
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• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than California, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
146% more expensive in Anchorage
than in California, Pennsylvania
California, PA vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to California, Anchorage is:
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  50.1% higher
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  27.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  303.9% higher
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  Utilities
  23.1% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  39.5% higher
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  Personal
  21.3% higher
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