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Cost of living in Bristol Bay Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,130/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 878 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $980 31%
Federal tax $787 25%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $368 12%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $205 7%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Bristol Bay Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$896
per month
1 bedroom
$980
per month
2 bedroom
$1,253
per month
3 bedroom
$1,756
per month
4 bedroom
$1,981
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bristol Bay Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$100,625
per year
Individual earnings
$58,173
per year
Per capita
$59,725
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bristol Bay Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$269,800
Annual property tax
$1,933

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bristol Bay 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 Bristol Bay Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
19.5%

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 Bristol Bay 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 Bristol Bay Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
9.8 min
Drive alone
59.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bristol Bay Borough

What it costs to live in Bristol Bay Borough each month.

Single person
$3,130
per month
  • Rent $980
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $787
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,710
per month
  • Rent $1,253
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,317
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,391
per month
  • Rent $1,756
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,317
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Bristol Bay Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bristol Bay Borough?

In Bristol Bay Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $980 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,253 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,756 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bristol Bay Borough?

In Bristol Bay Borough, AK, the average household income is $100,625 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $58,173 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bristol Bay Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Bristol Bay Borough, AK is approximately $3,130 per month for a single person, $4,710 for a couple, $7,391 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bristol Bay Borough?

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

Is Bristol Bay Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bristol Bay Borough, AK would need approximately $3,130 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $100,625 per year ($8,385 per month). Bristol Bay Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Bristol Bay Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bristol Bay Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 19.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bristol Bay Borough?

The average home value in Bristol Bay Borough, AK is $269,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,933, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bristol Bay 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