Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 29.8% more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $64,902 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Portland
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Fairbanks, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  22.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  40.4% lower
  Commute
  73.0% higher
  Health
  29.3% lower
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  Personal
  4.4% lower
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