Atka, AK Cost of Living


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Atka cost of living score
136.4
More expensive
36.4% higher
than the US average
17.1% higher
than the Alaska average
Atka, Alaska gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 136.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 36.4% higher than the U.S. average and 17.1% lower than the average for Alaska.

Atka, AK

Housing costs in Atka?
A typical home costs $132,100, which is 60.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 60.7% less expensive than the average Alaska home, at $336,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Atka costs $1,820 per month, which is 27.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 25.8% more than the state average of $1,350.

Can I afford Atka?
To live comfortably in Atka, Alaska, a minimum annual income of $25,200 for a family, and $55,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Atka?
Atka, AK is a small town with a population of approximately 126 people. This makes the cost of living in Atka very affordable. The cost of food, housing, and transportation are all much lower than the national average. Groceries and other essential items are quite inexpensive compared to many other places in the US. Housing costs are also quite reasonable, as rentals range from $500 to $1000 per month and most homes can be purchased for less than $200,000. Transportation costs are minimal since most residents travel by boat or snowmobile due to the remote location of Atka. Overall, living in Atka is one of the more affordable options for those looking for an isolated place to settle down.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAtkaAlaskaUnited States
  136.4116.5100.0
  294.6141.7100
  129.6127.3100.0
  57.0100.6100.0
  $132,100$336,100$338,100
  200.0%169.8%100.0%
  72.898.2100.0
  97.3112.4100.0

   100=National Average

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