Cost of Living in Hydaburg, AK

With a cost of living index of 65, Hydaburg, AK is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 35% cheaper than the national average and 25% below the Alaska state average of 90. Hydaburg is a small community of 297 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Hydaburg's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $600 (55% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $120,000 (61% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Hydaburg is $49,375, which is 34% lower 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. 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 Hydaburg. The area sees an average annual temperature of 45.2°F, with summers averaging 56°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 89.2 inches spread over roughly 244 days.

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.