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Cost of Living in Alaska

The cost of living in Alaska State is higher than the national average, primarily due to the high cost of energy and transportation. The state has some of the highest electricity rates in the country, with an average residential electricity rate of 21.22 cents per kilowatt-hour as compared to the national average of 12.76 cents. Additionally, many items have to be shipped into Alaska from other parts of the country, meaning that transportation costs are often quite high. Housing costs can also be a major expense for those living in Alaska, with median rent prices ranging from $1,067 - $2,208 depending on the area. In general, however, if you’re prepared for some additional expenses associated with living in Alaska State due to its remote location and unique climate, it can be a wonderful place to call home.

Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Alaska is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Alaska, Alaska is more expensive.

Alaska cost of living is 116.5

COST OF LIVINGAlaskaUnited States
  116.5100
  141.7100
  127.3100
  100.6100
  $336,100$338,100
  169.8100
  98.2100
  112.4100
100=National Average
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    Reviews for Alaska    26 Reviews
    Alaska is great - 8/10/2022
    Alaska is a gorgeous state full of kind people, wonderful landscape, good food, great places, and good schools! I have lived in Anchorage since 2019 and it is the best... Read More

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    Recreation in Alaska - 3/4/2015
    I have lived in Alaska for forty years, and have found many exciting places to see and things to do. I prefer outdoor activities. If you like to hunt, camp, fish and... Read More

    Like another country - 10/28/2014
    Living in Alaska is like living in another country; one that is behind the times by more than 20 years, at least. The roads are bad; the government and police corrupt;... Read More


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