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Cost of living in Kodiak Island Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,238/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,878 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,422 44%
Healthcare $480 15%
Federal tax $453 14%
Groceries $368 11%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $205 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Kodiak Island Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,280
per month
1 bedroom
$1,422
per month
2 bedroom
$1,866
per month
3 bedroom
$2,295
per month
4 bedroom
$2,474
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kodiak Island Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$83,716
per year
Individual earnings
$37,755
per year
Per capita
$40,615
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kodiak Island Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$382,700
Annual property tax
$3,509

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kodiak Island 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 Kodiak Island Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.2%

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 Kodiak Island 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 Kodiak Island Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
10.6 min
Drive alone
62.8%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
5.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kodiak Island Borough

What it costs to live in Kodiak Island Borough each month.

Single person
$3,238
per month
  • Rent $1,422
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $453
  • State tax $0
Couple
$5,046
per month
  • Rent $1,866
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,040
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,653
per month
  • Rent $2,295
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,040
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Kodiak Island Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kodiak Island Borough?

In Kodiak Island Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,422 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,866 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,295 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kodiak Island Borough?

In Kodiak Island Borough, AK, the average household income is $83,716 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,755 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kodiak Island Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Kodiak Island Borough, AK is approximately $3,238 per month for a single person, $5,046 for a couple, $7,653 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kodiak Island Borough?

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

Is Kodiak Island Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kodiak Island Borough, AK would need approximately $3,238 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $83,716 per year ($6,976 per month). Kodiak Island Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kodiak Island Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kodiak Island Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kodiak Island Borough?

The average home value in Kodiak Island Borough, AK is $382,700, with average annual property taxes of $3,509, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kodiak Island 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