Cost of Living Calculator - St. Helens, Oregon vs Anchorage, Alaska


The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 3.0% more expensive than St. Helens, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $51,510 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Helens, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than St. Helens, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% more expensive in Anchorage
than in St. Helens, Oregon
St. Helens, OR vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to St. Helens, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  22.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  45.1% higher
  Commute
  23.6% lower
  Health
  34.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.3% higher

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