Cost of Living in Central, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
46.8
100 = national avg
-53.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$20,576
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$48,635
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing44.5
Food64.9
Transportation20.0
Healthcare71.9
Utilities67.9
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 Central is 46.8, which is 53.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 44.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $20,576 per year to cover basic expenses.