Population
288K
Cost of living
High cost
State avg salary
$65,000
About Anchorage
The state's economic and transportation hub.
As one of Alaska's key cities, Anchorage shares the state's high-cost profile and access to industries like oil and gas, commercial fishing, tourism. Explore the full Alaska guide for housing, jobs, taxes, schools, and more.
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