salaryEl Paso is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in El Paso to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$1,246
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,088
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$64,435
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$184,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
89.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$3,760
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$113
👥 People living there
288,976
680,130
Commute to work
18.8 min
23.4 min
College degree
38.7%
28.1%
Own their home
63.9%
60.8%
Below poverty line
8.9%
18.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick El Paso for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | El Paso | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $47,270 | -45% in El Paso |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $53,560 | -43% in El Paso |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $42,430 | -42% in El Paso |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $48,140 | -42% in El Paso |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $84,660 | -36% in El Paso |
| Operations Manager | $120,030 | $77,770 | -35% in El Paso |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $76,400 | -34% in El Paso |
| Medical Assistant | $51,930 | $35,790 | -31% in El Paso |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or El Paso cheaper to live in?
El Paso is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,246 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in El Paso to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $51,174 a year gives the same standard of living in El Paso.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or El Paso?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $64,435 in El Paso, 73% more in Anchorage.