Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 24.6% more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $113,383 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
65% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Idaho Falls, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.6% 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
  34.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.6% higher
  Commute
  40.6% higher
  Health
  15.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  33.7% higher