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Cost of living in Sitka City and Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,224/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,393 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,248 39%
Federal tax $613 19%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $368 11%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $205 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Sitka City and Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,048
per month
1 bedroom
$1,248
per month
2 bedroom
$1,498
per month
3 bedroom
$2,099
per month
4 bedroom
$2,516
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sitka City and Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$101,207
per year
Individual earnings
$47,541
per year
Per capita
$45,532
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sitka City and Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$442,100
Annual property tax
$2,086

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sitka City and 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 Sitka City and Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.6%

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 Sitka City and 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 Sitka City and Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
12.3 min
Drive alone
61.5%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
7.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sitka City and Borough

What it costs to live in Sitka City and Borough each month.

Single person
$3,224
per month
  • Rent $1,248
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $613
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,965
per month
  • Rent $1,498
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,327
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,744
per month
  • Rent $2,099
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,327
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Sitka City and Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sitka City and Borough?

In Sitka City and Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,248 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,498 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,099 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sitka City and Borough?

In Sitka City and Borough, AK, the average household income is $101,207 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $47,541 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sitka City and Borough?

The estimated cost of living in Sitka City and Borough, AK is approximately $3,224 per month for a single person, $4,965 for a couple, $7,744 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sitka City and Borough?

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

Is Sitka City and Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sitka City and Borough, AK would need approximately $3,224 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $101,207 per year ($8,434 per month). Sitka City and Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Sitka City and Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sitka City and Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sitka City and Borough?

The average home value in Sitka City and Borough, AK is $442,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,086, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sitka City and 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