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Cost of living in Wrangell City and Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,732/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,106 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $848 31%
Federal tax $521 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $368 13%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $205 8%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Wrangell City and Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$795
per month
1 bedroom
$848
per month
2 bedroom
$1,112
per month
3 bedroom
$1,558
per month
4 bedroom
$1,758
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wrangell City and Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,545
per year
Individual earnings
$41,941
per year
Per capita
$37,017
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wrangell City and Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$289,700
Annual property tax
$1,795

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wrangell 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 Wrangell City and Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.2%

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 Wrangell 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 Wrangell City and Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
7.3 min
Drive alone
62.1%
Public transit
1.3%
Work from home
9.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wrangell City and Borough

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

Single person
$2,732
per month
  • Rent $848
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $521
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,978
per month
  • Rent $1,112
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $726
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,602
per month
  • Rent $1,558
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $726
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Wrangell City and Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wrangell City and Borough?

In Wrangell City and Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $848 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,112 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,558 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wrangell City and Borough?

In Wrangell City and Borough, AK, the average household income is $64,545 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,941 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

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

The estimated cost of living in Wrangell City and Borough, AK is approximately $2,732 per month for a single person, $3,978 for a couple, $6,602 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

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

The combined sales tax rate in Wrangell 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 Wrangell City and Borough an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wrangell City and Borough, AK would need approximately $2,732 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,545 per year ($5,379 per month). Wrangell City and Borough has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wrangell City and Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wrangell City and Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wrangell City and Borough?

The average home value in Wrangell City and Borough, AK is $289,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,795, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wrangell 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