Cost of Living in Seward, AK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.4
100 = national avg
+11.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,002
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,822
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing133.6
Food104.3
Transportation76.1
Healthcare103.4
Utilities109.3
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 Seward is 111.4, which is 11.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 133.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,002 per year to cover basic expenses.