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Ketchikan, AK

Cost of living in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,180/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,870 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,172 37%
Federal tax $645 20%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $368 12%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $205 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,055
per month
1 bedroom
$1,172
per month
2 bedroom
$1,538
per month
3 bedroom
$2,138
per month
4 bedroom
$2,583
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$89,155
per year
Individual earnings
$49,467
per year
Per capita
$46,608
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$379,000
Annual property tax
$2,588

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ketchikan Gateway 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 Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.5%

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 Ketchikan Gateway 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 Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.3 min
Drive alone
68.1%
Public transit
2.9%
Work from home
4.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ketchikan Gateway Borough

What it costs to live in Ketchikan Gateway Borough each month.

Single person
$3,180
per month
  • Rent $1,172
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $645
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,807
per month
  • Rent $1,538
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,129
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,585
per month
  • Rent $2,138
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,129
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ketchikan Gateway Borough?

In Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,172 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,538 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,138 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Ketchikan Gateway Borough?

In Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK, the average household income is $89,155 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $49,467 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ketchikan Gateway Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK is approximately $3,180 per month for a single person, $4,807 for a couple, $7,585 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ketchikan Gateway Borough?

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

Is Ketchikan Gateway Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK would need approximately $3,180 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $89,155 per year ($7,430 per month). Ketchikan Gateway Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Ketchikan Gateway Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ketchikan Gateway Borough?

The average home value in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK is $379,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,588, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ketchikan Gateway 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