College Station, Texas vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 31.1% more expensive than College Station, Texas.

You would need a salary of $98,305 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in College Station, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than College Station, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Anchorage
than in College Station, Texas
College Station, TX vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to College Station, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  26.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  49.2% higher
  Health
  24.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  38.8% higher