Cost of Living in Fort Yukon, AK

With a cost of living index of 77, Fort Yukon, AK is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 23% cheaper than the national average and 13% below the Alaska state average of 90. Fort Yukon is a small community of 583 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Fort Yukon's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,038 (21% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $110,800 (64% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Fort Yukon is $39,934, which is 47% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 31% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Fort Yukon. The area sees an average annual temperature of 31.2°F, with summers averaging 57°F and winters around 7°F. Annual rainfall totals 15 inches spread over roughly 119 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.