Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 6.6% more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $191,777 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Fairbanks, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  26.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.1% lower
  Commute
  57.0% higher
  Health
  27.8% lower
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  Personal
  15.5% lower
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