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Cost of living in Petersburg Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,838/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,394 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,083 38%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $392 14%
Groceries $368 13%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $205 7%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Petersburg Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$976
per month
1 bedroom
$1,083
per month
2 bedroom
$1,365
per month
3 bedroom
$1,645
per month
4 bedroom
$1,944
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Petersburg Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$77,026
per year
Individual earnings
$34,023
per year
Per capita
$42,380
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Petersburg Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$301,300
Annual property tax
$2,066

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Petersburg 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 Petersburg Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.9%

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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
7.1 min
Drive alone
52.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Petersburg Borough

What it costs to live in Petersburg Borough each month.

Single person
$2,838
per month
  • Rent $1,083
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $392
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,436
per month
  • Rent $1,365
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $931
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,894
per month
  • Rent $1,645
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $931
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Petersburg Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Petersburg Borough?

In Petersburg Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,083 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,365 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,645 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Petersburg Borough?

In Petersburg Borough, AK, the average household income is $77,026 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,023 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Petersburg Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Petersburg Borough, AK is approximately $2,838 per month for a single person, $4,436 for a couple, $6,894 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Petersburg Borough?

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

Is Petersburg Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Petersburg Borough, AK would need approximately $2,838 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $77,026 per year ($6,419 per month). Petersburg Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Petersburg Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Petersburg Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Petersburg Borough?

The average home value in Petersburg Borough, AK is $301,300, with average annual property taxes of $2,066, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Petersburg 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