Cost of Living in Cold Bay, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.1
100 = national avg
+39.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,195
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$144,643
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing119.5
Food135.8
Transportation171.6
Healthcare128.7
Utilities125.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,263
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,385
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cold Bay is 139.1, which is 39.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 119.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,195 per year to cover basic expenses.