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Fairbanks, AK
Fairbanks · Fairbanks North Star Borough · AK 99701
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$275K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8.7/10
Schools
15 min
to Downtown Fairbanks
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
87/100
B-Quietness
70/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score66/100
Our Take
Fairbanks offers solid schools, low crime, and great access to nature, but the extreme cold, limited walkability, and high heating costs can be tough for many. It’s a decent place if you’re comfortable with long winters and a car‑centric lifestyle.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated schools
- ✓Low crime rates
- ✓Abundant outdoor recreation
- ✓Favorable flood risk
Real Talk
- !Extreme winter temperatures and long dark periods
- !Very low walkability—everything requires a car
- !High heating and utility costs
- !Limited public transit and nightlife
- $Year‑round heating bills
- $Insulation and window upgrades
- $Winter maintenance (snow removal, vehicle prep)
Best For
FamiliesOutdoor enthusiastsRemote workersRetirees looking for low crime
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Fairbanks, AK
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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