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HOUSTON vs. ANCHORAGE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Anchorage, Alaska

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 21.5% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $93,581 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Houston, Texas

Houston, TX vs Anchorage, AK

Compared to Houston, Anchorage is:

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21.5% higher

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24.7% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

80.3% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

12.0% higher

Commute

12.1% lower

Health

31.9% higher

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Personal

22.6% higher

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