Cost of Living Calculator - Schenectady, New York vs Anchorage, Alaska


The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 24.7% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $93,548 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to Schenectady, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.7% 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
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  23.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  166.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  24.7% higher
  Health
  8.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% higher

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