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Fairbanks, AK vs Taos, NM

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Highlights
- Taos has 12.0% more rainy days than Fairbanks.
- Taos has 82.6% more Sunny Days than Fairbanks.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Taos scores 43.1% better than Fairbanks
 Fairbanks, AKTaos, NMUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1338
 Snowfall61  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock69106
 Sunny155  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8686
 Avg. Jan. Low-15  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.37
 UV Index1.4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock69682443
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 Taos    6 Reviews

I’ve traveled to many places in my lifetime. New Mexico is a favorite. Typically we stay in The Inn of The Governor’s in Santa Fe. (It’s an awesome place.) This  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos is beautiful with much to offer. However, housing is very expensive. Because much of the town's economy focuses on tourism, there are few jobs available in other  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos has a diverse culture which has helped create a diverse art market with over 100 galleries and studios. From traditional native arts to contemporary, Taos has it  More

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