Jackson, Wyoming vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 32.0% cheaper than Jackson, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $51,026 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than Jackson, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Jackson, Wyoming
Jackson, WY vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Jackson, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.0% lower
      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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  42.3% higher
  Health
  13.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher