Newport, Washington vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 19.8% more expensive than Newport, Washington.

You would need a salary of $119,835 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Newport, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
69% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Newport, Washington
Newport, WA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Newport, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% 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
  22.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.2% higher
  Commute
  1.2% lower
  Health
  51.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.6% higher