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Alaska

Estimated taxes, cost of living, income and housing — scored for the goals that move your money.

Estimated data

Median income

$86.4K

household / year

Avg home price

$360K

~$2,368/mo mortgage

Cost of living

125

100 = US avg

Tax burden

1.6%

income + sales + property

Where Alaska ranks

How this state places against all 51 states + DC.

How Alaska scores

Wealth building70/100

Income vs cost of living and taxes — how much you keep and grow.

Homeownership52/100

How far the median income goes toward buying a home.

Young professionals54/100

Job market depth, earning power and manageable costs.

Retirement59/100

Low taxes, gentle cost of living and affordable healthcare.

Families32/100

Affordable housing, everyday costs and healthcare.

Affordability12/100

Overall cost of living — how far your dollar stretches.

Cities in Alaska

States with a similar cost of living

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State figures are educational estimates and should be verified with current local sources.