Cost of Living in Kenai Peninsula Borough, AK

What does it cost to live in Kenai Peninsula Borough? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$76,272

Median Rent

$1,126/mo

Median Home

$280,900

Affordability

381

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,420
Property Tax$154
Insurance$94

Total Monthly$1,668
% of Income26.2%

Renting

Median Rent$1,126
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,151
% of Income17.7%

Living in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska

Kenai Peninsula Borough has a median household income of $76,272 with housing costs that represent 26.2% of income for owners and 17.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.