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Cost of living in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK

Part of the Anchorage Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,154/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 110,677 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,055 33%
Federal tax $666 21%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $368 12%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $205 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,019
per month
1 bedroom
$1,055
per month
2 bedroom
$1,384
per month
3 bedroom
$1,939
per month
4 bedroom
$2,324
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$90,625
per year
Individual earnings
$50,758
per year
Per capita
$40,945
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$319,200
Annual property tax
$3,512

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Matanuska-Susitna 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 Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.2%

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 Matanuska-Susitna 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 Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
34.8 min
Drive alone
72.2%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
10.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Matanuska-Susitna Borough

What it costs to live in Matanuska-Susitna Borough each month.

Single person
$3,154
per month
  • Rent $1,055
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $666
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,747
per month
  • Rent $1,384
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,153
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,480
per month
  • Rent $1,939
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,153
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Matanuska-Susitna Borough?

In Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,055 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,384 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,939 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Matanuska-Susitna Borough?

In Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK, the average household income is $90,625 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $50,758 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Matanuska-Susitna Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK is approximately $3,154 per month for a single person, $4,747 for a couple, $7,480 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Matanuska-Susitna Borough?

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

Is Matanuska-Susitna Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK would need approximately $3,154 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $90,625 per year ($7,552 per month). Matanuska-Susitna Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Matanuska-Susitna Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Matanuska-Susitna Borough?

The average home value in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK is $319,200, with average annual property taxes of $3,512, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Matanuska-Susitna Borough compare to other areas?

You can compare Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Matanuska-Susitna Borough is in the Anchorage, AK metro area.

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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