Elgin, Texas vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 3.9% more expensive than Elgin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,974 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Elgin, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
86% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Elgin, Texas
Elgin, TX vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Elgin, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  44.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.0% higher
  Commute
  37.5% lower
  Health
  20.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.3% higher