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Cost of Living Calculator - Fairbanks, Alaska vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 2.9% more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $102,941 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
88% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Fairbanks, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  2.9% higher
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  Food
  22.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.7% lower
  Commute
  88.9% higher
  Health
  20.3% lower
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  Personal
  5.2% lower
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