Kalispell, Montana vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 6.8% more expensive than Kalispell, Montana.

You would need a salary of $50,203 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Kalispell, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Kalispell, Montana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Kalispell, Montana
Kalispell, MT vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Kalispell, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  18.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.1% higher
  Commute
  51.8% higher
  Health
  24.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.7% higher