Cost of Living in Dillingham, AK

With a cost of living index of 99, Dillingham, AK is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 9% above the Alaska state average of 90. Dillingham is a small community of 2,084 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Dillingham's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,235 (6% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $306,800 (1% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Dillingham is $99,097, which is 32% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Dillingham. The area sees an average annual temperature of 36.5°F, with summers averaging 55°F and winters around 19°F. Annual rainfall totals 21.4 inches spread over roughly 159 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.