San Jose, California vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 46.0% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $40,465 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Anchorage
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to San Jose, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
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  46.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  30.7% lower
  Health
  16.4% higher
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  Personal
  17.5% higher
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