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Cost of living in Nome Census Area, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,004/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,925 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,267 42%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $474 16%
Groceries $368 12%
Energy $205 7%
Transport $150 5%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Nome Census Area

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,197
per month
1 bedroom
$1,267
per month
2 bedroom
$1,477
per month
3 bedroom
$2,070
per month
4 bedroom
$2,335
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Nome Census Area

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$76,643
per year
Individual earnings
$39,052
per year
Per capita
$30,047
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Nome Census Area

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$201,000
Annual property tax
$3,110

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Nome 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 Nome Census Area

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.0%

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 Nome 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 Nome Census Area

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
5.8 min
Drive alone
29.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
6.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Nome Census Area

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

Single person
$3,004
per month
  • Rent $1,267
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $474
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,391
per month
  • Rent $1,477
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $924
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,142
per month
  • Rent $2,070
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $924
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Nome Census Area

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Nome Census Area?

In Nome Census Area, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,267 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,477 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,070 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Nome Census Area?

In Nome Census Area, AK, the average household income is $76,643 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,052 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Nome Census Area?

The estimated cost of living in Nome Census Area, AK is approximately $3,004 per month for a single person, $4,391 for a couple, $7,142 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Nome Census Area?

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

Is Nome Census Area an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Nome Census Area, AK would need approximately $3,004 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $76,643 per year ($6,387 per month). Nome Census Area is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Nome Census Area?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nome Census Area, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Nome Census Area?

The average home value in Nome Census Area, AK is $201,000, with average annual property taxes of $3,110, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Nome 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