Payson, Arizona vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 17.8% more expensive than Payson, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $58,883 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Payson, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Payson, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
108% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Payson, Arizona
Payson, AZ vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Payson, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  25.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  41.4% higher
  Health
  17.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.2% higher