Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Salmon, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salmon, Idaho is 15.2% cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $36,388 in Salmon, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salmon, Idaho is cheaper than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% cheaper in Salmon
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Salmon, ID
Compared to Fairbanks, Salmon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.2% 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
  31.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.3% lower
  Commute
  13.3% lower
  Health
  17.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.3% lower