Temple, Texas vs. Fairbanks, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is 21.7% more expensive than Temple, Texas.

You would need a salary of $30,430 in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Temple, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is more expensive than Temple, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Fairbanks
than in Temple, Texas
Temple, TX vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Temple, Fairbanks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  44.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.6% higher
  Commute
  2.3% higher
  Health
  26.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.2% higher