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FAIRBANKS vs. BOSTON
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Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Boston, Massachusetts
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is
50.4%
more expensive
than Fairbanks, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$160,920
in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is
more expensive
than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Boston
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Fairbanks, Boston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
16.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
144.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.9% lower
Commute
75.5% higher
Health
30.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.0% higher
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