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FAIRBANKS vs. SEATTLE
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Fairbanks, Alaska vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
64.5%
more expensive
than Fairbanks, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$82,255
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Fairbanks, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
198% more expensive in Seattle
than in Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks, AK vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Fairbanks, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
64.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
18.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
189.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
48.7% lower
Commute
83.1% higher
Health
31.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.4% higher
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