Denton, Texas vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 4.8% more expensive than Denton, Texas.

You would need a salary of $78,623 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Denton, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Denton, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Denton, Texas
Denton, TX vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Denton, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  34.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.7% higher
  Commute
  15.9% lower
  Health
  27.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.2% higher