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Cost of living in Kusilvak Census Area, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,247/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,277 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $730 32%
Healthcare $480 21%
Groceries $368 16%
Federal tax $254 11%
Energy $205 9%
Transport $150 7%
Water $60 3%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Kusilvak Census Area

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$667
per month
1 bedroom
$730
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,251
per month
4 bedroom
$1,475
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kusilvak Census Area

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,233
per year
Individual earnings
$25,529
per year
Per capita
$16,657
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kusilvak Census Area

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$72,700
Annual property tax
$199

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kusilvak 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 Kusilvak Census Area

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.2%

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 Kusilvak 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 Kusilvak Census Area

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
5.9 min
Drive alone
4.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kusilvak Census Area

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

Single person
$2,247
per month
  • Rent $730
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $254
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,389
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $466
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,865
per month
  • Rent $1,251
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $466
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Kusilvak Census Area

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kusilvak Census Area?

In Kusilvak Census Area, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $730 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,251 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kusilvak Census Area?

In Kusilvak Census Area, AK, the average household income is $48,233 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $25,529 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kusilvak Census Area?

The estimated cost of living in Kusilvak Census Area, AK is approximately $2,247 per month for a single person, $3,389 for a couple, $5,865 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kusilvak Census Area?

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

Is Kusilvak Census Area an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kusilvak Census Area, AK would need approximately $2,247 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,233 per year ($4,019 per month). Kusilvak Census Area has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Kusilvak Census Area?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kusilvak Census Area, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kusilvak Census Area?

The average home value in Kusilvak Census Area, AK is $72,700, with average annual property taxes of $199, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kusilvak 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