Marion, Illinois vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 46.5% more expensive than Marion, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $73,232 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Marion, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Marion, Illinois
Marion, IL vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Marion, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.5% 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
  30.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  275.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  29.3% higher
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.4% higher