Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pagosa Springs, Colorado is 3.1% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $87,176 in Pagosa Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pagosa Springs, Colorado is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
37% cheaper in Pagosa Springs
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Pagosa Springs, CO
Compared to Fairbanks, Pagosa Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  21.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.2% lower
  Commute
  3.7% lower
  Health
  37.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% lower