Cost of Living in Butte, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
151.5
100 = national avg
+51.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,676
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$157,598
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing165.4
Food130.7
Transportation161.5
Healthcare124.6
Utilities131.5
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 Butte is 151.5, which is 51.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 165.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,676 per year to cover basic expenses.