Atka, AK is a small town located in the Aleutians West Census Area of Alaska with a population of approximately 100 people. Despite its size, it has significantly more expensive rent and groceries than other areas in the US. A two bedroom apartment in Atka runs around $1,820 compared to the US average of $1,430. The grocery cost index in Atka is also significantly higher at 295 compared to 100 in the US.
There are no large chain stores for housing or groceries available in Atka; instead, locals must rely on privately owned companies such as Anangik Services Corporation and NIWA LLC for housing needs and S&J Fisheries LLC for grocery items. The high cost of living is due to the town's remote location and limited access to resources, resulting in inflated prices from these local providers.
Atka has an unemployment rate of 2.0%. The US average is 6.0%.
Atka has seen the job market decrease by -1.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 32.5%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Atka
- The Sales Tax Rate for Atka is 3.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Atka is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Atka
- The average income of a Atka resident is $25,538 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Atka resident is $52,500 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.