Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Acme, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Acme, Michigan is 6.8% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $46,618 in Acme, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Acme, Michigan is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Acme
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Acme, MI
Compared to Fairbanks, Acme is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  26.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.8% lower
  Commute
  15.3% higher
  Health
  35.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% lower