Cost of Living in Lake and Peninsula Borough, AK

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

Median Income

$61,607

Median Rent

$933/mo

Median Home

$167,000

Affordability

570

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$844
Property Tax$0
Insurance$56

Total Monthly$900
% of Income17.5%

Renting

Median Rent$933
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$958
% of Income18.2%

Living in Lake and Peninsula Borough, Alaska

Lake and Peninsula Borough has a median household income of $61,607 with housing costs that represent 17.5% of income for owners and 18.2% 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.