Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Detroit, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Detroit, Michigan is 13.0% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $65,221 in Detroit, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Detroit, Michigan is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% cheaper in Detroit
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Detroit, MI
Compared to Fairbanks, Detroit is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  33.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  33.1% lower
  Commute
  137.4% higher
  Health
  36.1% lower
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  Personal
  18.2% lower
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