Seattle, Washington vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 30.9% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $82,956 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Seattle, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  57.1% higher
  Commute
  23.9% lower
  Health
  42.2% higher
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  Personal
  2.5% higher
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