Cost of Living in Badger, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.8
100 = national avg
+48.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,469
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,744
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing171.9
Food124.9
Transportation149.9
Healthcare119.9
Utilities129.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,277
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,676
per month
The overall cost of living index in Badger is 148.8, which is 48.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 171.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,469 per year to cover basic expenses.