Cost of Living in Alaska
Last updated on Feb 10, 2023
Summary: The cost of living in Alaska is generally higher than the national average. A nice one bedroom apartment in Alaska can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 per month, while a nice two bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Alaska is usually around $20 per person.
What are typical rental prices for expats in Alaska?
"The rental price for a nice one bedroom apartment in Alaska varies greatly depending on the location and amenities offered, but it typically ranges from around $1,000 to $1,800 per month. For a nice two bedroom apartment, rents also vary based on location and amenities, but they usually range from around $1,200 to $2,400 per month," remarked one expat living in Alaska.
What appliances are typically included in a rental?
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.