Portland, Oregon vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 12.4% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $70,091 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Portland, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
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  12.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  35.3% higher
  Commute
  19.5% lower
  Health
  38.4% higher
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  Personal
  8.7% higher
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