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FAIRBANKS vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Fairbanks, Alaska vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 5.3% more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $52,663 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fairbanks, Alaska

Fairbanks, AK vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Fairbanks, Chicago is:

Homeowner

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5.3% higher

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26.9% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

7.1% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

30.8% lower

Commute

84.4% higher

Health

31.3% lower

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Personal

9.4% lower

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