salaryAugusta is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Augusta to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$1,458
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,147
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$59,841
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$178,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$1,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$176
👥 People living there
288,976
201,528
Commute to work
18.8 min
21.1 min
College degree
38.7%
24.7%
Own their home
63.9%
50.8%
Below poverty line
8.9%
20.1%
Unemployment
4.6%
8.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Augusta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $58,390 | -49% in Augusta |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $48,900 | -43% in Augusta |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $54,690 | -42% in Augusta |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $79,840 | -40% in Augusta |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $18,390 | -29% in Augusta |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $59,660 | -28% in Augusta |
| Truck Driver | $66,190 | $47,920 | -28% in Augusta |
| Firefighter | $64,810 | $47,540 | -27% in Augusta |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Augusta cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Augusta to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $52,307 a year gives the same standard of living in Augusta.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Augusta?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $59,841 in Augusta, 86% more in Anchorage.