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MERIDIAN vs. ANCHORAGE
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Meridian, Idaho vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
2.1%
cheaper
than Meridian, Idaho.
You would need a salary of
$48,945
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
cheaper
than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Meridian, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
30.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
3.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.7% higher
Commute
15.7% higher
Health
25.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
26.8% higher
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