Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Ogden, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ogden, Utah is 2.5% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $151,201 in Ogden, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ogden, Utah is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% cheaper in Ogden
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Ogden, UT
Compared to Fairbanks, Ogden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  30.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.6% lower
  Commute
  15.7% higher
  Health
  20.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.0% lower