Cost of Living in Arctic Village, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
53.4
100 = national avg
-46.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$23,478
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$55,494
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing21.1
Food80.4
Transportation60.8
Healthcare84.3
Utilities72.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,019
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,126
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arctic Village is 53.4, which is 46.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 21.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $23,478 per year to cover basic expenses.