Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Rathdrum, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rathdrum, Idaho is 13.4% more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $56,716 in Rathdrum, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rathdrum, Idaho is more expensive than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Rathdrum
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Rathdrum, ID
Compared to Fairbanks, Rathdrum is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.4% higher
      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
  24.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.3% lower
  Commute
  18.6% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.1% lower