Dallas, Texas vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 1.0% more expensive than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $98,465 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Dallas, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Dallas, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% 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
  34.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.1% higher
  Commute
  35.9% lower
  Health
  30.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% higher