Cost of Living in Kobuk, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.4
100 = national avg
-9.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,776
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,017
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing136.5
Food74.0
Transportation48.0
Healthcare79.2
Utilities91.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,471
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,930
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kobuk is 90.4, which is 9.6% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 136.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,776 per year to cover basic expenses.