salaryAnchorage is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$96
👥 People living there
288,976
681,294
Commute to work
18.8 min
30 min
College degree
38.7%
64.2%
Own their home
63.9%
41.5%
Below poverty line
8.9%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $46,040 | +77% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $154,930 | +49% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $120,030 | $156,460 | +30% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $153,590 | $195,190 | +27% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $84,000 | -27% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $68,720 | $87,160 | +27% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,260 | $127,040 | +25% in Washington |
| Accountant | $82,150 | $102,140 | +24% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Washington cheaper to live in?
Anchorage is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,651 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $61,972 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Washington?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $118,495 in Washington, 6% more in Washington.