Cost of Living in Anchorage Municipality, AK
What does it cost to live in Anchorage Municipality? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.
Median Income
$95,731
Median Rent
$1,405/mo
Median Home
$363,800
Affordability
338
Housing Cost Breakdown
Owning (20% down, 6.5%)
Renting
Living in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
Anchorage Municipality has a median household income of $95,731 with housing costs that represent 29.6% of income for owners and 17.6% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.
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