Cost of Living in Big Lake, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.5
100 = national avg
+22.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,878
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,349
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing136.6
Food108.3
Transportation126.6
Healthcare106.6
Utilities112.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,049
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,376
per month
The overall cost of living index in Big Lake is 122.5, which is 22.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 136.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,878 per year to cover basic expenses.