Is Haarlem more expensive than Anchorage?

Haarlem is 0.3% more expensive than Anchorage overall. Rent is 5.9% higher, groceries 23.0% cheaper, and restaurants 1.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Anchorage or Haarlem?

Anchorage has a purchasing power index of 137.9 while Haarlem has 135.6 (NYC = 100). Anchorage offers better purchasing power.

Anchorage vs Haarlem: Haarlem is 0.3% more expensive, rent 6% higher (2026)

Category	🇺🇸 Anchorage	🇳🇱 Haarlem	Difference
Cost of Living	60.9	61.1	+0.3%
Rent	38.8	41.1	+5.9%
Groceries	90.4	69.6	-23.0%
Restaurants	93.9	95.3	+1.5%
Purchasing Power	137.9	135.6	-1.7%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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