Cost of Living Calculator - Schenectady, New York vs Fairbanks, Alaska


The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 9.7% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $82,264 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Schenectady, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.7% 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
  33.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  96.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% higher
  Commute
  10.5% lower
  Health
  10.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher

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