Cost of Living in Petersburg Borough, AK

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

Median Income

$77,826

Median Rent

$1,074/mo

Median Home

$279,800

Affordability

390

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,415
Property Tax$156
Insurance$93

Total Monthly$1,664
% of Income25.7%

Renting

Median Rent$1,074
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,099
% of Income16.6%

Living in Petersburg Borough, Alaska

Petersburg Borough has a median household income of $77,826 with housing costs that represent 25.7% of income for owners and 16.6% 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.