Clarkston, Washington vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 15.5% more expensive than Clarkston, Washington.

You would need a salary of $92,412 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Clarkston, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Clarkston, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
55% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Clarkston, Washington
Clarkston, WA vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Clarkston, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.5% 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
  33.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  55.2% higher
  Commute
  6.5% lower
  Health
  44.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.0% higher