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Cost of living in Dillingham Census Area, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,893/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,780 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,123 39%
Federal tax $507 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $368 13%
Energy $205 7%
Transport $150 5%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Dillingham Census Area

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$889
per month
1 bedroom
$1,123
per month
2 bedroom
$1,243
per month
3 bedroom
$1,712
per month
4 bedroom
$1,965
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dillingham Census Area

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,250
per year
Individual earnings
$41,085
per year
Per capita
$34,097
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dillingham Census Area

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$163,800
Annual property tax
$2,875

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dillingham 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 Dillingham Census Area

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.8%

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 Dillingham 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 Dillingham Census Area

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
9.2 min
Drive alone
34.5%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dillingham Census Area

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

Single person
$2,893
per month
  • Rent $1,123
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $507
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,118
per month
  • Rent $1,243
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $885
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,745
per month
  • Rent $1,712
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $885
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Dillingham Census Area

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dillingham Census Area?

In Dillingham Census Area, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,123 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,243 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,712 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dillingham Census Area?

In Dillingham Census Area, AK, the average household income is $74,250 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,085 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dillingham Census Area?

The estimated cost of living in Dillingham Census Area, AK is approximately $2,893 per month for a single person, $4,118 for a couple, $6,745 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dillingham Census Area?

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

Is Dillingham Census Area an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dillingham Census Area, AK would need approximately $2,893 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,250 per year ($6,188 per month). Dillingham Census Area is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Dillingham Census Area?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dillingham Census Area, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dillingham Census Area?

The average home value in Dillingham Census Area, AK is $163,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,875, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dillingham 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