# Alaska’s High Cost Cities Revealed | Anchorage News

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Published: 2026-07-12T21:10:25+00:00
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Alaska’s top cities still cost way more than most U.S. places—Juneau 30% above national average, Anchorage 25%, Fairbanks 23%—but they’re cheaper than Manhattan or Honolulu. Groceries and healthcare drive the prices, with groceries especially steep in Juneau. Healthcare costs are down in Alaska, now ranking fifth, while utilities in Fairbanks are double the national average. Inflation in urban Alaska was surprisingly low last year, thanks to a slower post-pandemic recovery and Alaska’s position at the end of the supply chain, which means higher energy and goods prices are likely to stick around. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6f52c16a593589da

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