Salem, Massachusetts vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 7.2% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $46,400 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Salem, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% lower
      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
  13.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  1.6% higher
  Health
  41.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.1% higher