Cost of Living Calculator - Saco, Maine vs Anchorage, Alaska


The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 10.1% more expensive than Saco, Maine.

You would need a salary of $55,028 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Saco, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Saco, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
36% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Saco, Maine
Saco, ME vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to Saco, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% 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
  11.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  37.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.7% higher

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.