salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irving to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$1,892
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,827
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$88,254
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$315,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$4,752
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$159
👥 People living there
288,976
256,492
Commute to work
18.8 min
24.1 min
College degree
38.7%
42.4%
Own their home
63.9%
38.1%
Below poverty line
8.9%
11%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Irving for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Irving | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $93,600 | $61,250 | -35% in Irving |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $48,740 | -33% in Irving |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $59,560 | -30% in Irving |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $59,010 | -28% in Irving |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $133,290 | +28% in Irving |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $101,870 | -23% in Irving |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $82,330 | $64,370 | -22% in Irving |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,260 | $122,520 | +21% in Irving |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Irving cheaper to live in?
Anchorage and Irving cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Irving to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $58,674 a year gives the same standard of living in Irving.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Irving?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $88,254 in Irving, 26% more in Anchorage.