Cost of Living in Mentasta Lake, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
57.9
100 = national avg
-42.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$25,487
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$60,242
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing57.1
Food70.6
Transportation41.1
Healthcare76.5
Utilities73.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$930
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,130
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mentasta Lake is 57.9, which is 42.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 57.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $25,487 per year to cover basic expenses.