Waco, Texas vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 47.0% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $73,511 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Waco, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.0% 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
  32.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  173.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  44.7% higher
  Health
  24.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  31.1% higher