Cost of Living in Pelican, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.3
100 = national avg
-22.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,997
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,355
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.6
Food79.6
Transportation59.2
Healthcare83.7
Utilities85.3
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 Pelican is 77.3, which is 22.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,997 per year to cover basic expenses.