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Cost of living in Denali Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,039/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,029 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $975 32%
Federal tax $801 26%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $368 12%
Energy $205 7%
Transport $150 5%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Denali Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$896
per month
1 bedroom
$975
per month
2 bedroom
$1,271
per month
3 bedroom
$1,663
per month
4 bedroom
$1,944
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Denali Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$88,935
per year
Individual earnings
$59,018
per year
Per capita
$73,423
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Denali Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$262,000
Annual property tax
n/a

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Denali 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 Denali Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.1%

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 Denali 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 Denali Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.8 min
Drive alone
25.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Denali Borough

What it costs to live in Denali Borough each month.

Single person
$3,039
per month
  • Rent $975
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $801
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,387
per month
  • Rent $1,271
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,126
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,937
per month
  • Rent $1,663
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,126
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Denali Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Denali Borough?

In Denali Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $975 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,271 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,663 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Denali Borough?

In Denali Borough, AK, the average household income is $88,935 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $59,018 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Denali Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Denali Borough, AK is approximately $3,039 per month for a single person, $4,387 for a couple, $6,937 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Denali Borough?

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

Is Denali Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Denali Borough, AK would need approximately $3,039 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $88,935 per year ($7,411 per month). Denali Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Denali Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Denali Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Denali Borough?

The average home value in Denali Borough, AK is $262,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Denali 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