Zip 99926 (Metlakatla, AK) Cost of Living


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Metlakatla cost of living score
116.5
More expensive
16.5% higher
than the US average
0.0% lower
than the Alaska average
Metlakatla (zip 99926), Alaska gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 116.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.5% higher than the U.S. average and 0.0% lower than the average for Alaska.

Zip 99926 (Metlakatla, AK)

Housing costs in Metlakatla?
A typical home costs $184,900, which is 45.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 45.0% less expensive than the average Alaska home, at $336,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Metlakatla costs $1,000 per month, which is 30.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 35.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,350.

Can I afford Metlakatla?
To live comfortably in Metlakatla (zip 99926), Alaska, a minimum annual income of $35,280 for a family, and $34,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Metlakatla?
The cost of living in Metlakatla, AK 99926 is quite affordable. According to the most recent data, the overall cost of living index in Metlakatla is 8.3% lower than the national average. Housing costs are particularly low, with an average home price of $211,500. Utilities and transportation costs are also reasonable, with monthly utility bills amounting to around $170 for a 900 sq ft unit and gas prices reaching around $2.20 per gallon on average. Grocery prices are slightly below the national average, making it a great option for those looking for a more budget-friendly lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMetlakatlaAlaskaUnited States
  116.5116.5100.0
  144.2141.7100
  127.3127.3100.0
  60.0100.6100.0
  $184,900$336,100$338,100
  138.7%169.8%100.0%
  71.998.2100.0
  102.0112.4100.0

   100=National Average

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