Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 12.3% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $43,873 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Fairbanks, Grand Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  28.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.5% lower
  Commute
  26.6% higher
  Health
  36.6% lower
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  Personal
  16.6% lower
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