Richland, Washington vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 1.8% more expensive than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $50,898 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Richland, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
69% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Richland, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  30.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  69.3% higher
  Commute
  5.8% lower
  Health
  48.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.7% higher