Dillingham, AK vs Kodiak, AK

Dillingham is moderately more affordable than Kodiak, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Dillingham scores 99 compared to 106 for Kodiak, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kodiak can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dillingham is $1,235/month compared to $1,430/month in Kodiak — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dillingham is more affordable at $306,800 median vs $314,800.

Median household income in Dillingham is $99,097 compared to $71,373 in Kodiak (+38.8%). Dillingham offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Dillingham spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, less than the 24% in Kodiak.

Climate-wise, Kodiak is notably warmer with an average of 42.2°F compared to 36.5°F in Dillingham. Kodiak receives more rainfall at 78.3" per year compared to 21.4" in Dillingham.