Cost of Living in Kasaan, AK

With a cost of living index of 97, Kasaan, AK is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 3% cheaper than the national average and 7% above the Alaska state average of 90. Kasaan is a small community of 72 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Kasaan's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $963 (27% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $383,300 (26% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.2x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Kasaan is $91,667, which is 22% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 13% 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 Kasaan. 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.