United States
Cost of Living in Anchorage, AK
Monthly Total
$3,655
$63,963
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,531
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$71
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,531
$26,793
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$430
$7,525
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$234
$4,095
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$300
$5,250
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$339
$5,933
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$370
$6,475
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$91
$1,593
Monthly Total
$3,655
$63,963
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