Grayling, AK vs New Stuyahok, AK

Grayling is moderately more affordable than New Stuyahok, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Grayling scores 69 compared to 74 for New Stuyahok, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Stuyahok can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Grayling is $775/month compared to $930/month in New Stuyahok — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Grayling has cheaper rent, New Stuyahok actually has lower median home values ($108,000 vs $110,300).

Median household income in Grayling is $52,188 compared to $54,167 in New Stuyahok (-3.7%). The higher salaries in New Stuyahok partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Grayling spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, less than the 20.6% in New Stuyahok.

Climate-wise, New Stuyahok is notably warmer with an average of 36.5°F compared to 27.9°F in Grayling. Grayling receives more rainfall at 21.5" per year compared to 21.4" in New Stuyahok.