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NEW YORK vs. ANCHORAGE
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New York, New York vs. Anchorage, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
31.2%
cheaper
than New York, New York.
You would need a salary of
$41,281
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
cheaper
than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Anchorage
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to New York, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
4.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
50.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
28.2% lower
Commute
42.2% lower
Health
1.7% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
1.6% higher
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