Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Auburn, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Auburn, Alabama is 4.3% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $47,843 in Auburn, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Auburn, Alabama is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% cheaper in Auburn
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Auburn, AL
Compared to Fairbanks, Auburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% lower
      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
  23.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% lower
  Commute
  6.1% higher
  Health
  4.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower