Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Medina, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Medina, Ohio is 5.8% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $103,637 in Medina, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Medina, Ohio is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% cheaper in Medina
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Medina, OH
Compared to Fairbanks, Medina is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  24.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.3% lower
  Commute
  21.7% higher
  Health
  31.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower