Ester, AK Cost of Living


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Ester cost of living score
104
More expensive
4.0% higher
than the US average
10.7% lower
than the Alaska average
Ester, Alaska gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.0% higher than the U.S. average and 10.7% higher than the average for Alaska.

Ester, AK

Housing costs in Ester?
A typical home costs $281,900, which is 16.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.1% less expensive than the average Alaska home, at $336,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ester costs $1,360 per month, which is 4.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,350.

Can I afford Ester?
To live comfortably in Ester, Alaska, a minimum annual income of $54,000 for a family, and $41,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ester?
The cost of living in Ester, AK is fairly low compared to other parts of the country. Goods and services are generally cheaper due to a lack of big-city amenities. Housing costs are also quite reasonable, with the median home price being around $200,000. Utility costs are also fairly low compared to other parts of the country, making Ester a great choice for those looking for an affordable place to live. The low cost of living makes it possible for residents to save more money and enjoy a higher quality of life than many other places around the country.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesEsterAlaskaUnited States
  104.0116.5100.0
  134.7141.7100
  128.1127.3100.0
  108.9100.6100.0
  $281,900$336,100$338,100
  132.8%169.8%100.0%
  84.698.2100.0
  136.2112.4100.0

   100=National Average

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