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Cost of living in Aleutians East Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,964/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,423 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,229 41%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $472 16%
Groceries $368 12%
Energy $205 7%
Transport $150 5%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Aleutians East Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$973
per month
1 bedroom
$1,229
per month
2 bedroom
$1,361
per month
3 bedroom
$1,640
per month
4 bedroom
$2,151
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Aleutians East Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,692
per year
Individual earnings
$38,949
per year
Per capita
$46,293
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Aleutians East Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$144,300
Annual property tax
n/a

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Aleutians East Borough

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$139
per month · 24.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$66
per month
Annual total
$2,460
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Aleutians East Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
35.0%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Aleutians East Borough

State and local tax rates for Alaska.

No state income tax
Alaska does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
0.0%
Combined sales tax
1.8%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Aleutians East Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
5.5 min
Drive alone
22.8%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
9.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Aleutians East Borough

What it costs to live in Aleutians East Borough each month.

Single person
$2,964
per month
  • Rent $1,229
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $472
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,211
per month
  • Rent $1,361
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $860
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,648
per month
  • Rent $1,640
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $860
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Aleutians East Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Aleutians East Borough?

In Aleutians East Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,229 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,361 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,640 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Aleutians East Borough?

In Aleutians East Borough, AK, the average household income is $72,692 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,949 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Aleutians East Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Aleutians East Borough, AK is approximately $2,964 per month for a single person, $4,211 for a couple, $6,648 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Aleutians East Borough?

The combined sales tax rate in Aleutians East Borough, AK is 1.82%, which includes the Alaska state rate of 0.00% plus an average local rate of 1.82%.

Is Aleutians East Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Aleutians East Borough, AK would need approximately $2,964 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,692 per year ($6,058 per month). Aleutians East Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Aleutians East Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Aleutians East Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 35.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Aleutians East Borough?

The average home value in Aleutians East Borough, AK is $144,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Aleutians East Borough compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources