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AUSTIN vs. FAIRBANKS
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Austin, Texas vs. Fairbanks, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is
21.2%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$59,119
in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Fairbanks
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Austin, Fairbanks is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
37.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
33.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
35.3% higher
Commute
31.7% lower
Health
26.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
17.9% higher
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