Cost of Living in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska

$893/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$87,800

Median Home Value

27% below state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$893/mo

27% below state average

Median Home Value

$87,800

69% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

17.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area$893/mo

Alaska Average$1,221/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$893/mo

Median Gross Rent

$87,800

Median Home Value

$453/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

17.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska

Yukon-Koyukuk: lowest income, reasonable rents

Yukon-Koyukuk renters spend 20.4% of income on housing, above Alaska's state average and nearly double the national affordability standard. With a median household income of just $52,642—29% below the national median—this Interior Alaska region faces significant housing cost pressure despite the state's most modest rents.

Alaska's most income-constrained community

Yukon-Koyukuk ranks last among these six counties in median household income and near the top in rent-to-income ratio, making it Alaska's most economically constrained housing market. The region's remote interior location limits employment opportunities and income potential.

Lowest rents match lowest incomes

Yukon-Koyukuk's $893 monthly rent is Alaska's lowest in this comparison, yet the $52,642 median income makes even these bargain rents consume a significant share of household earnings. Owner costs of $453 monthly on $87,800 homes offer the most affordable pathway to equity building in the state.

Yukon-Koyukuk's tight financial picture

Renters earning $52,642 annually pay $893 monthly, leaving limited financial cushion for other essentials after housing. Homeowners face far better prospects, with $453 monthly payments representing just 10.3% of income—the lowest ownership ratio in this entire regional comparison.

Yukon-Koyukuk for resilient remote workers

Yukon-Koyukuk suits only those with remote income or strong local job prospects, given the region's income constraints. If you can secure stable, above-average income before relocating, Yukon-Koyukuk offers Alaska's most affordable homeownership and lowest cost of living.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

20.4%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,228

per month

Owner Cost Burden

10.3%

of gross income

You can likely afford the median home in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area

Median home value is $87,800. Estimated monthly cost: $701 vs. your max of $1,228.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio20.4%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska?

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska has a median monthly rent of $893/mo and a median home value of $87,800. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 17.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area?

The median gross rent in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is $893/mo. This is 27% below state average for Alaska.

Is Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area affordable?

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 17.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area's rent compare to the state average?

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area's median rent of $893/mo is 27% below state average of $1,221/mo for Alaska.

What is the median home value in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area?

The median home value in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska is $87,800. This is 69% below the national median home value of $281,900.