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Cost of living in Yakutat City and Borough, AK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,947/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 506 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,012 34%
Federal tax $672 23%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $368 12%
Energy $205 7%
Transport $150 5%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Yakutat City and Borough

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$925
per month
1 bedroom
$1,012
per month
2 bedroom
$1,294
per month
3 bedroom
$1,632
per month
4 bedroom
$2,046
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Yakutat City and Borough

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$80,625
per year
Individual earnings
$51,161
per year
Per capita
$50,644
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Yakutat City and Borough

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$185,000
Annual property tax
$1,410

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Yakutat 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 Yakutat City and Borough

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.6%

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 Yakutat 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 Yakutat City and Borough

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
5.8 min
Drive alone
37.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Yakutat City and Borough

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

Single person
$2,947
per month
  • Rent $1,012
  • Energy $205
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $368
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $672
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,274
per month
  • Rent $1,294
  • Energy $246
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $610
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $990
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,770
per month
  • Rent $1,632
  • Energy $308
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $925
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $990
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Yakutat City and Borough

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Yakutat City and Borough?

In Yakutat City and Borough, AK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,012 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,294 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,632 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Yakutat City and Borough?

In Yakutat City and Borough, AK, the average household income is $80,625 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $51,161 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

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

The estimated cost of living in Yakutat City and Borough, AK is approximately $2,947 per month for a single person, $4,274 for a couple, $6,770 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

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

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

Based on the data, a single person in Yakutat City and Borough, AK would need approximately $2,947 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $80,625 per year ($6,719 per month). Yakutat City and Borough is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Yakutat City and Borough?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Yakutat City and Borough, AK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Yakutat City and Borough?

The average home value in Yakutat City and Borough, AK is $185,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,410, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Yakutat City and Borough compare to other areas?

You can compare Yakutat City and Borough, AK with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Yakutat City and Borough is in Alaska.

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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