Port Lions, AK Cost of Living


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Port Lions cost of living score
105.8
More expensive
5.8% higher
than the US average
9.2% lower
than the Alaska average
Port Lions, Alaska gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 105.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.8% higher than the U.S. average and 9.2% higher than the average for Alaska.

Port Lions, AK

Housing costs in Port Lions?
A typical home costs $200,900, which is 40.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 40.2% less expensive than the average Alaska home, at $336,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Port Lions costs $1,630 per month, which is 14.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 17.2% more than the state average of $1,350.

Can I afford Port Lions?
To live comfortably in Port Lions, Alaska, a minimum annual income of $38,520 for a family, and $49,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Port Lions?
The cost of living in Port Lions, AK is relatively high compared to many parts of the country. Prices for basic necessities such as groceries and consumer goods are typically higher than the national average. Additionally, rental and housing costs are quite expensive due to the remote nature of the town. However, there are still opportunities to save money through shopping around or taking advantage of special discounts or promotions. Overall, it's important to be mindful of expenses when considering living in Port Lions, AK.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPort LionsAlaskaUnited States
  105.8116.5100.0
  142.4141.7100
  131.1127.3100.0
  60.9100.6100.0
  $200,900$336,100$338,100
  99.7%169.8%100.0%
  66.298.2100.0
  106.1112.4100.0

   100=National Average

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