Cost of Living Calculator - Goldendale, Washington vs Fairbanks, Alaska


The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 20.4% more expensive than Goldendale, Washington.

You would need a salary of $90,319 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Goldendale, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Goldendale, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Goldendale, Washington
Goldendale, WA vs Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Goldendale, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.4% 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
  35.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  65.4% higher
  Commute
  10.2% lower
  Health
  37.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.6% higher

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.