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SEATTLE vs. FAIRBANKS
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Seattle, Washington vs. Fairbanks, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is
39.2%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$53,492
in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Fairbanks
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Seattle, Fairbanks is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
22.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
65.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
94.9% higher
Commute
45.4% lower
Health
45.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.4% lower
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