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
      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
  30.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.7% higher
  Commute
  15.7% higher
  Health
  25.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.8% higher