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    Fairbanks

    United States, North America
    0.0M people
    America/Anchorage
    English
    Fairbanks cityscape
    Outdoor Recreation
    Nature

    Fairbanks

    Fairbanks is a city in the Interior region of Alaska, known for its extreme seasonal temperature variations and proximity to the Arctic Circle.

    Adventure Tourism
    Safety
    80
    Security
    Cost
    100
    Living costs
    Healthcare
    75
    Medical
    18°
    L: -12°
    Best time to visitJune
    Annual rainfall
    250mm

    Cost of Living

    100
    Overall Cost
    70
    Rent Index
    110
    Groceries
    90
    Restaurants

    Monthly Rent (USD)

    1 Bedroom
    $1,200
    City center
    3 Bedroom
    $1,800
    City center
    Cost vs Global Average50% higher

    Healthcare System

    Quality Index
    Healthcare excellence
    75
    Good
    Good75
    0255075100
    Cost Index
    Healthcare affordability
    90
    Expensive
    Excellent90
    0255075100

    System Overview

    System Type
    Mixed
    Emergency Number
    911
    Hospital Density
    20
    per 100k people
    Life Expectancy
    Health Indicator
    78
    years
    Compared to global average (73 years)
    Excellent92
    0255075100
    Good health outcomes

    Education & Family

    INTERNATIONAL
    2
    Schools
    MONTHLY
    $1,500
    Childcare

    Quality Scores

    Education Quality
    Schools and universities
    80
    Excellent
    Family Friendliness
    Child-friendly environment
    70
    Good

    Major Universities

    University of Alaska Fairbanks
    Higher education institution

    Mobility & Transportation

    Public Transport
    Quality & coverage
    40
    Fair
    Poor40
    0255075100
    Walkability
    Pedestrian-friendly
    50
    Fair
    Average50
    0255075100
    Traffic Congestion
    Low
    30 Index
    Bad30
    0255075100

    Transportation Costs

    Public Transport
    $50
    per month
    Fuel
    $1
    per liter
    Taxi
    $3
    per km

    Universities

    University of Alaska Fairbanks
    Nearby location

    Airports

    Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
    Nearby location

    Work & Economy

    AVERAGE
    $60K
    Annual Salary
    SPEED
    100
    Mbps Internet
    SPACES
    2
    Coworking

    Work Environment Scores

    Job Market
    Professional opportunities
    60
    out of 100
    Average60
    0255075100
    Startup Ecosystem
    Professional opportunities
    30
    out of 100
    Bad30
    0255075100
    Business Freedom
    Professional opportunities
    85
    out of 100
    Excellent85
    0255075100
    Work-Life Balance
    Average work hours per week
    40h

    Lifestyle & Culture

    Overall Culture Score

    Arts, heritage & cultural richness

    Good
    70
    Good70
    0255075100
    Cultural Diversity
    Multicultural environment
    30
    Bad30
    0255075100
    Food Scene
    Restaurant quality & variety
    60
    Average60
    0255075100
    Entertainment
    Arts, events & activities
    50
    Average50
    0255075100
    Nightlife
    Bars, clubs & evening scene
    40
    Poor40
    0255075100

    Language & Integration

    English Proficiency
    High
    99
    Excellent99
    0255075100
    Language Barrier
    Low
    10
    Bad10
    0255075100

    Expat Community

    Community Size
    Small
    Integration Score
    70
    Good70
    0255075100

    Environment & Health

    HEALTHCARE
    75
    Health Index
    LIFESPAN
    78
    Years
    HOSPITALS
    20
    Per 100K

    Environmental Quality

    Air Quality
    Clean air quality
    60
    Good
    Average60
    0255075100
    Green Spaces
    Parks and nature access
    80
    Excellent
    Excellent80
    0255075100
    Noise Levels
    Peaceful environment
    70
    Good
    Good70
    0255075100
    Air Quality Index
    Clean air
    40

    Transportation & Mobility

    MONTHLY
    $50
    Public Transport
    PER LITER
    $1.00
    Fuel Cost
    PER KM
    $3.00
    Taxi Rate

    Mobility Scores

    Public Transport
    Buses, trains, metro
    40
    Fair
    Walkability
    Pedestrian friendly
    50
    Fair
    Traffic Flow
    Commute efficiency
    70
    Good

    Nearby Airports

    Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)

    Location

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    Key Statistics

    0.0M
    Population
    100
    Cost Index
    100 Mbps
    Internet
    $1.2K
    1BR Rent
    40
    Transport
    $60K
    Avg Salary

    Quality of Life
    Small expat community

    70
    Overall Quality Score
    Very Good quality of life
    Overall Quality
    Life satisfaction
    70
    Very Good
    Good70
    0255075100
    Cultural Diversity
    Multicultural environment
    30
    Fair
    Bad30
    0255075100
    Food Scene
    Restaurants and cuisine
    60
    Good
    Average60
    0255075100
    Entertainment
    Nightlife and activities
    50
    Good
    Average50
    0255075100
    English Proficiency
    Language accessibility
    99
    Outstanding
    Excellent99
    0255075100
    Expat Integration
    Community inclusion
    70
    Very Good
    Good70
    0255075100
    Cultural Scene
    Rich cultural diversity with 30/100 score
    Food Culture
    Vibrant dining scene rated 60/100
    Entertainment
    50/100 entertainment options

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