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FAIRBANKS vs. CHICAGO
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Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
5.3%
more expensive
than Fairbanks, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$52,647
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Fairbanks, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.3% higher
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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Food
26.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
7.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
30.8% lower
Commute
84.4% higher
Health
31.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.4% lower
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