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Cost of Living in Port Heiden, AK

Population: 73 | Alaska

88
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Port Heiden is 12% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
45
Home Values
105
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 88, Port Heiden, 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. Port Heiden is a small community of 73 residents.

The median household income in Port Heiden is $67,917, which is 10% 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 Port Heiden. The area sees an average annual temperature of 35.2°F, with summers averaging 52°F and winters around 20°F. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches spread over roughly 0 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
$67,917
vs US Median ($75,149)
-10%

Housing

Median Home Value
$137,500
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$488/mo

Climate in Port Heiden

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

35.2°F
Avg Temperature
32.1"
Rainfall / Year
0d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 26 31 32 43 52 59 62 61 54 43 33 27
Avg °F 18 22 23 35 43 50 54 53 47 36 25 20
Low °F 10 13 14 26 33 40 46 45 39 28 17 12
Rain" 1.8 2.2 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.5 3.7 4.4 5.1 2.9 3.6 2.1

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