Cost of Living Calculator - Independence, Kansas vs Anchorage, Alaska


The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 73.1% more expensive than Independence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $69,254 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Independence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
281% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Independence, Kansas
Independence, KS vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to Independence, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  73.1% 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
  35.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  454.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  60.9% higher
  Health
  25.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.0% higher

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