Buffalo, New York vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 15.3% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $69,153 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Buffalo, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  35.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  189.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.2% higher
  Commute
  26.7% lower
  Health
  21.8% higher
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  Personal
  29.4% higher
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