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Cost of living in North Slope Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,739/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,891 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,376 37%
Federal tax $1,100 29%
Healthcare $480 13%
Groceries $368 10%
Energy $205 5%
Transport $150 4%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in North Slope Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,238
per month
1 bedroom
$1,376
per month
2 bedroom
$1,805
per month
3 bedroom
$2,175
per month
4 bedroom
$2,393
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in North Slope Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$86,313
per year
Individual earnings
$72,049
per year
Per capita
$60,295
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in North Slope Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$219,600
Annual property tax
$2,082

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in North Slope 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 North Slope Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.3%

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 North Slope 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 North Slope Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.6 min
Drive alone
18.9%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
4.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for North Slope Borough

What it costs to live in North Slope Borough each month.

Single person
$3,739
per month
  • Rent $1,376
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $1,100
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,878
per month
  • Rent $1,805
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,083
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,406
per month
  • Rent $2,175
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,083
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about North Slope Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in North Slope Borough?

In North Slope Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,376 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,805 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,175 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in North Slope Borough?

In North Slope Borough, AK, the average household income is $86,313 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $72,049 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in North Slope Borough?

The estimated cost of living in North Slope Borough, AK is approximately $3,739 per month for a single person, $4,878 for a couple, $7,406 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in North Slope Borough?

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

Is North Slope Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in North Slope Borough, AK would need approximately $3,739 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $86,313 per year ($7,193 per month). North Slope Borough has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in North Slope Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in North Slope Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in North Slope Borough?

The average home value in North Slope Borough, AK is $219,600, with average annual property taxes of $2,082, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does North Slope 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