Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Golden, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Colorado is 46.6% more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $73,284 in Golden, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Colorado is more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
199% more expensive in Golden
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Golden, CO
Compared to Fairbanks, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.6% higher
      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
  21.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  138.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.3% lower
  Commute
  50.5% higher
  Health
  34.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower