Burley, Idaho vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 25.3% more expensive than Burley, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $62,656 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Burley, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Burley, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
158% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Burley, Idaho
Burley, ID vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Burley, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  46.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  59.8% higher
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  18.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.6% higher

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