Cost of Living in Salcha, AK

With a cost of living index of 97, Salcha, AK is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 3% cheaper than the national average and 6% above the Alaska state average of 90. Salcha is a small community of 1,076 residents.

The median household income in Salcha is $72,083, which is 4% lower than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Salcha. The area sees an average annual temperature of 28.3°F, with summers averaging 60°F and winters around -4°F. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches spread over roughly 107 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Fairbanks-College, AK (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.