salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$143
👥 People living there
288,976
307,284
Commute to work
18.8 min
21.1 min
College degree
38.7%
43.8%
Own their home
63.9%
52.9%
Below poverty line
8.9%
15.6%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $68,720 | $97,910 | +42% in St. Paul |
| Firefighter | $64,810 | $39,350 | -39% in St. Paul |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $130,920 | +26% in St. Paul |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $82,330 | $65,660 | -20% in St. Paul |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $97,190 | -16% in St. Paul |
| Nurse Practitioner | $157,430 | $133,370 | -15% in St. Paul |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $112,630 | -15% in St. Paul |
| Operations Manager | $120,030 | $103,570 | -14% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Anchorage and St. Paul cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $59,660 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $79,155 in St. Paul, 41% more in Anchorage.