Cost of Living in Kachemak, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.3
100 = national avg
+22.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,810
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,186
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing149.8
Food104.4
Transportation108.7
Healthcare103.5
Utilities112.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,000
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,312
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kachemak is 122.3, which is 22.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 149.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,810 per year to cover basic expenses.