Cost of Living in Gustavus, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.1
100 = national avg
+5.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,265
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,354
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing116.2
Food99.0
Transportation98.1
Healthcare99.2
Utilities102.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,113
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,460
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gustavus is 105.1, which is 5.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 116.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,265 per year to cover basic expenses.