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WASHINGTON vs. FAIRBANKS
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Fairbanks, Alaska
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fairbanks, Alaska is
32.3%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$33,865
in Fairbanks, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairbanks, Alaska is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Fairbanks
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Fairbanks, AK
Compared to Washington, Fairbanks is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
16.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
55.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
26.5% higher
Commute
44.5% lower
Health
34.1% higher
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Personal
12.0% higher
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