Cost of Living in Koliganek, AK

With a cost of living index of 76, Koliganek, AK is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 24% cheaper than the national average and 14% below the Alaska state average of 90. Koliganek is a small community of 224 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Koliganek's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $950 (28% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $129,200 (58% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Koliganek is $56,250, which is 25% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 20% 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 Koliganek. 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.