Cost of Living in Yakutat, AK

With a cost of living index of 91, Yakutat, AK is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 9% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Alaska state average. Yakutat is a small community of 506 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Yakutat's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,276 (3% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $185,000 (39% 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 Yakutat is $80,625, which is 7% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Yakutat. The area sees an average annual temperature of 41.1°F, with summers averaging 54°F and winters around 30°F. Annual rainfall totals 140.4 inches spread over roughly 237 days.

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.