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Cost of living in Bethel Census Area, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,251/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,487 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,650 51%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $368 11%
Federal tax $338 10%
Energy $205 6%
Transport $150 5%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Bethel Census Area

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,640
per month
1 bedroom
$1,650
per month
2 bedroom
$1,900
per month
3 bedroom
$2,289
per month
4 bedroom
$2,519
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bethel Census Area

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$70,616
per year
Individual earnings
$30,748
per year
Per capita
$24,976
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bethel Census Area

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$120,600
Annual property tax
n/a

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bethel Census Area

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 Bethel Census Area

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.9%

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 Bethel Census Area

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 Bethel Census Area

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
7.4 min
Drive alone
19.5%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
6.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bethel Census Area

What it costs to live in Bethel Census Area each month.

Single person
$3,251
per month
  • Rent $1,650
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $338
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,716
per month
  • Rent $1,900
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $826
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,263
per month
  • Rent $2,289
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $826
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Bethel Census Area

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bethel Census Area?

In Bethel Census Area, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,650 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,900 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,289 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bethel Census Area?

In Bethel Census Area, AK, the average household income is $70,616 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,748 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bethel Census Area?

The estimated cost of living in Bethel Census Area, AK is approximately $3,251 per month for a single person, $4,716 for a couple, $7,263 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bethel Census Area?

The combined sales tax rate in Bethel Census Area, AK is 1.82%, which includes the Alaska state rate of 0.00% plus an average local rate of 1.82%.

Is Bethel Census Area an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bethel Census Area, AK would need approximately $3,251 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,616 per year ($5,885 per month). Bethel Census Area has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bethel Census Area?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bethel Census Area, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bethel Census Area?

The average home value in Bethel Census Area, AK is $120,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bethel Census Area 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