Cost of Living Calculator - Mead, Washington vs Anchorage, Alaska


The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 0.7% more expensive than Mead, Washington.

You would need a salary of $50,347 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Mead, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Mead, Washington
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
48% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Mead, Washington
Mead, WA vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to Mead, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.7% 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
  21.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.1% higher
  Commute
  3.8% higher
  Health
  48.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.7% higher

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