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Cost of Living in Nanwalek, AK

Population: 208 | Alaska

88
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Nanwalek is 12% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
46
Home Values
105
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Nanwalek, AK: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 88, Nanwalek, AK is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 12% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Alaska state average. Nanwalek is a small community of 208 residents.

The median household income in Nanwalek is $68,250, which is 9% lower than the national median of $75,149. 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 Nanwalek. The area sees an average annual temperature of 39.5°F, with summers averaging 54°F and winters around 27°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches spread over roughly 179 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$68,250
vs US Median ($75,149)
-9%

Housing

Median Home Value
$141,700
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$600/mo

Climate in Nanwalek

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

39.5°F
Avg Temperature
40.4"
Rainfall / Year
179d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 31 34 36 43 51 58 62 62 55 45 36 33
Avg °F 26 28 30 37 44 51 55 55 49 40 32 28
Low °F 21 23 24 31 37 44 49 48 42 34 27 24
Rain" 3.9 3.7 3.2 2.8 1.2 1.2 1.6 2.7 4.1 4.6 4.8 6.7

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