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Cost of living in Haines Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,963/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,077 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,147 39%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $453 15%
Groceries $368 12%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $205 7%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Haines Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,049
per month
1 bedroom
$1,147
per month
2 bedroom
$1,467
per month
3 bedroom
$1,967
per month
4 bedroom
$2,319
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Haines Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,607
per year
Individual earnings
$37,791
per year
Per capita
$38,529
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Haines Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$318,900
Annual property tax
$2,558

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Haines 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 Haines Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.6%

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 Haines 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 Haines Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.4 min
Drive alone
54.2%
Public transit
1.5%
Work from home
9.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Haines Borough

What it costs to live in Haines Borough each month.

Single person
$2,963
per month
  • Rent $1,147
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $453
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,465
per month
  • Rent $1,467
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $858
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,143
per month
  • Rent $1,967
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $858
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Haines Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Haines Borough?

In Haines Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,147 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,467 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,967 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Haines Borough?

In Haines Borough, AK, the average household income is $72,607 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,791 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Haines Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Haines Borough, AK is approximately $2,963 per month for a single person, $4,465 for a couple, $7,143 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Haines Borough?

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

Is Haines Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Haines Borough, AK would need approximately $2,963 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,607 per year ($6,051 per month). Haines Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Haines Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Haines Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Haines Borough?

The average home value in Haines Borough, AK is $318,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,558, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Haines 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