Cost of Living in Seward, AK

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21%
Overall NAT. AVG.
23%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
28%
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 Seward Alaska National
Cost of living121122100
Groceries123119100
Health care112110100
Housing128137100
Transportation114113100
Utilities125124100
Lifestyle & Entertainment122117100
Household Items112110100
Education & Childcare116114100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Seward is 1% lower than the Alaska average
  • The cost of living in Seward is 21% higher than the national average
  • Seward housing is 28% 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$123,674$10,306$2,886$3,711
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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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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