Is the cost of living in Alaska high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Alaska, they wrote...

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•  What do I need to know before retiring in Alaska?
•  How do I meet people in Alaska?
•  What is life like in Alaska?
•  Is there a lot of crime in Alaska?
•  Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Alaska accepting of differences?
•  What are the schools in Alaska like?
•  Is the cost of living in Alaska high?
•  What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Alaska?
•  What are healthcare services like in Alaska?
•  Is the cost of living in Alaska high?
•  What type of recreational facilities are in Alaska?
•  What is the weather like in Alaska?
•  Are there good restaurants in Alaska?
•  Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Alaska?
•  What are the visa & residency requirements in Alaska?
•  Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Alaska?
•  What do I need to know when buying property in Alaska?
•  Are foreigners allowed to own property in Alaska?
•  What appliances are typically included in a rental?