Corvallis, Oregon vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 6.3% more expensive than Corvallis, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $53,162 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Corvallis, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Corvallis, Oregon
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Corvallis, Oregon
Corvallis, OR vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Corvallis, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  20.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.0% higher
  Commute
  32.6% higher
  Health
  31.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.8% higher