Cost of Living Calculator - Fairbanks, Alaska vs Rochester, Minnesota


The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 9.3% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $68,015 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% cheaper in Rochester
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs Rochester, MN
Compared to Fairbanks, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.3% 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
  24.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.7% lower
  Commute
  1.1% lower
  Health
  30.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% lower

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