Emporia, Kansas vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 57.4% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $78,697 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Emporia, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.4% 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
  31.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  253.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  66.0% higher
  Health
  16.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.2% higher