Cost of Living in Anchor Point, AK

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14%
Overall NAT. AVG.
23%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
5%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Anchor Point Alaska National
Cost of living114122100
Groceries123119100
Health care112110100
Housing105137100
Transportation114113100
Utilities125124100
Lifestyle & Entertainment122117100
Household Items112110100
Education & Childcare116114100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Anchor Point is 6% lower than the Alaska average
  • The cost of living in Anchor Point is 14% higher than the national average
  • Anchor Point housing is 5% higher than the national average
  • Alaska general sales tax is 100% lower than the national average
  • Alaska state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$88,367$7,364$2,062$2,651
      Renters$49,808$4,151$1,162$1,494

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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