Cost of Living in Fort Greely, AK
Population: 85 | Alaska
Fort Greely is 29% more expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Fort Greely, AK: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 129, Fort Greely, AK is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 29% more expensive than the national average and 39% above the Alaska state average of 90. Fort Greely is a small community of 85 residents.
The median household income in Fort Greely is $68,194, which is 9% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 39% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.
Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Fort Greely. The area sees an average annual temperature of 30°F, with summers averaging 58°F and winters around 3°F. Annual rainfall totals 10.3 inches spread over roughly 96 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.
Income
- Median Household Income
- $68,194
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- -9%
Housing
- Median Rent
- $2,215/mo
- Median Monthly Housing Cost
- $2,215/mo
Climate in Fort Greely
NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 6 | 16 | 25 | 44 | 59 | 68 | 70 | 65 | 53 | 33 | 15 | 9 |
| Avg °F | -1 | 7 | 14 | 34 | 49 | 59 | 61 | 56 | 45 | 27 | 8 | 2 |
| Low °F | -8 | -1 | 4 | 24 | 38 | 49 | 52 | 47 | 36 | 20 | 1 | -5 |
| Rain" | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.8 | 2.2 | 2.4 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.2 |