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TACOMA vs. ANCHORAGE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Tacoma, Washington vs Anchorage, Alaska
The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is
1.7%
cheaper
than Tacoma, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$108,174
in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is
cheaper
than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Anchorage
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs Anchorage, AK
Compared to Tacoma, Anchorage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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20.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
7.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
59.4% higher
Commute
12.3% lower
Health
42.0% higher
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Personal
6.0% higher
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