Idaho City, Idaho vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 4.4% more expensive than Idaho City, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $52,201 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho City, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Idaho City, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Idaho City, Idaho
Idaho City, ID vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Idaho City, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  46.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  43.6% higher
  Commute
  36.6% lower
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.4% higher