Cost of Living in Basher, Anchorage, AK

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89%
Overall NAT. AVG.
23%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
253%
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 Basher Anchorage Alaska
Cost of living189132122
Groceries123123119
Health care112112110
Housing353165137
Transportation114114113
Utilities125125124
Lifestyle & Entertainment122122117
Household Items112112110
Education & Childcare116116114
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Basher is 55% higher than the Anchorage average
  • The cost of living in Basher is 89% higher than the national average
  • Basher housing is 253% 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 Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$211,352$17,613$4,931$6,341

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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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