Cost of Living Calculator - Rock Island, Washington vs Anchorage, Alaska


The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 28.6% more expensive than Rock Island, Washington.

You would need a salary of $102,882 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Rock Island, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Rock Island, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
57% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Rock Island, Washington
Rock Island, WA vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to Rock Island, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.6% 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
  23.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  63.0% higher
  Commute
  29.0% higher
  Health
  33.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.0% higher

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