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Fairbanks, AK vs Pullman, WA

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Highlights
Are people in Pullman older or younger than people in Fairbanks?
- The Median Age in Pullman is 5.7 years younger than in Fairbanks.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pullman or Fairbanks?
- Pullman housing costs are 47.6% more expensive than Fairbanks housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pullman or Fairbanks?
- The average commute for residents of Pullman is 1.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fairbanks.

Things to do in Fairbanks?
Fairbanks AK rests close Arctic Circle famed principally for its natural sites such as Chena River State Recreation Area where visitors may take part in different water sports or simply enjoy some peace & tranquility while walking along sandy beaches!

Things to do in Pullman?
Pullman WA bustling college town nestled Palouse scenic southeastern part state home Washington State University prestigious educational institution many scientific research facilities

 Fairbanks, AKPullman, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock32,968329,725,481
 Median Income$66,572  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock22.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$275,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time12.94  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fairbanks    20 Reviews

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 14 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 15 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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Reviews for Pullman    9 Reviews

I came to Pullman in 2014 as a student, and I've been here since. I bought a house here this year and like many other places, there's a lot of crappy overpriced homes.  More

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Over 16 years ago

Rural area--great schools, climate, relaxed, Idaho next door--need I say  More

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Over 16 years ago

If you want to live in the big city then Pullman is not for you. However, if you like sunshine, fresh air, no traffic, friendly people, beautiful scenery, low crime,  More

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