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Cost of living in Skagway Municipality, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$3,028/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,308 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,216 40%
Federal tax $549 18%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $368 12%
Energy $205 7%
Transport $150 5%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Skagway Municipality

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,094
per month
1 bedroom
$1,216
per month
2 bedroom
$1,595
per month
3 bedroom
$1,922
per month
4 bedroom
$2,521
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Skagway Municipality

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$78,594
per year
Individual earnings
$43,611
per year
Per capita
$53,798
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Skagway Municipality

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$430,000
Annual property tax
$1,472

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Skagway Municipality

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 Skagway Municipality

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.9%

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 Skagway Municipality

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 Skagway Municipality

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
5.0 min
Drive alone
39.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Skagway Municipality

What it costs to live in Skagway Municipality each month.

Single person
$3,028
per month
  • Rent $1,216
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $549
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,541
per month
  • Rent $1,595
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $956
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,026
per month
  • Rent $1,922
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $956
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Skagway Municipality

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Skagway Municipality?

In Skagway Municipality, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,216 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,595 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,922 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Skagway Municipality?

In Skagway Municipality, AK, the average household income is $78,594 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,611 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Skagway Municipality?

The estimated cost of living in Skagway Municipality, AK is approximately $3,028 per month for a single person, $4,541 for a couple, $7,026 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Skagway Municipality?

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

Is Skagway Municipality an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Skagway Municipality, AK would need approximately $3,028 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $78,594 per year ($6,550 per month). Skagway Municipality is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Skagway Municipality?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Skagway Municipality, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Skagway Municipality?

The average home value in Skagway Municipality, AK is $430,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,472, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Skagway Municipality 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