Cost of Living in Manokotak, AK

With a cost of living index of 65, Manokotak, 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. Manokotak is a small community of 693 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Manokotak's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $713 (46% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $85,900 (72% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.5x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Manokotak is $58,125, which is 23% 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 Manokotak. 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.