Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Leadville, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Leadville, Colorado is 7.1% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $46,471 in Leadville, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Leadville, Colorado is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
35% cheaper in Leadville
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Leadville, CO
Compared to Fairbanks, Leadville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% lower
      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
  27.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.5% lower
  Commute
  20.9% higher
  Health
  35.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% lower