Fairbanks, AK Rankings


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Fairbanks, AK is a great place to live and work, and its rankings reflect this. According to Bestplaces.net, the Cost of Living in Fairbanks is below the national average and has been ranked number one for Healthcare Quality, making it an ideal place to live for people with families and individuals alike. The weather in Fairbanks is also excellent: the city has been consistently ranked first or second for sunshine hours and clear days. Additionally, education opportunities are abundant in Fairbanks with numerous higher education institutions located in close proximity to each other. Overall, Fairbanks' Rankings are outstanding, making it an ideal place for anyone looking for a great quality of life.

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#85 Best Green Cities
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I have lived in the Fairbanks area for about 25 years and have become very comfortable with the community and the lifestyle here. That said, retirement is fast  More

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Over 13 years ago

Comments about Fairbanks, both positive and negative, are of interest to me. Was in Fairbanks this past March [and north on Cleary Summit] and fell in love with the  More

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Over 14 years ago

I came to Alaska 15 years ago on an adventure and first lived in Juneau, which I LOVED and then moved to Eagle River, which I loved and now live in Fairbanks! I do not  More

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