Douglas, Wyoming vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 19.1% more expensive than Douglas, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $89,322 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Douglas, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Douglas, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Douglas, Wyoming
Douglas, WY vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Douglas, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.1% 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
  20.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.4% higher
  Commute
  27.1% higher
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher