Cost of Living in Bear Creek, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.2
100 = national avg
+43.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,994
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,895
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing165.1
Food121.4
Transportation142.9
Healthcare117.2
Utilities125.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,000
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,312
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bear Creek is 143.2, which is 43.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 165.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,994 per year to cover basic expenses.