Last updated on October 30, 2026

Average rent in
Anchorage, AK

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Anchorage rent stands today

    Anchorage, AK rents rose modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,825/month, up $30 from last year. Month over month, rents increased 2.4%, indicating a recent upward move in the market.

  • Anchorage is 4.0% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering renters a moderately priced market with 282 total rentals available. This positions Anchorage as an accessible option for renters seeking value.

  • Price ranges

    Studios rent for about $1,100/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,358/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,700/month, with larger units like 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,625/month. These figures show a broad range of rents by bedroom size in Anchorage.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Campbell Lake Heights rents fell 77.7% year over year to $1,900/month across 24 rentals, contrasting with the modest citywide increase. Tudor Area and Muirwood Park also saw steep declines of 64.7% and 56.0%, respectively.

Median rent

Median rent in Anchorage

$1,825/mo

increased by2%

vs previous year

The average rent in Anchorage is $1,825 per month as of October 2026. This is 4% below the national average rent, or $75 less per month.

$1.75

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Anchorage

282

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Anchorage rentals at each price point

40%30%20%10%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Anchorage, AK

Average rent prices in Anchorage have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Anchorage, AK

Rent prices in Anchorage vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Anchorage is $1,550, whereas a house costs $2,695. 1-bedroom apartments in Anchorage run $1,300 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,600.

Listings

Studio

$1,100

8%

8%

1 bedroom

$1,357

1%

1%

2 bedroom

$1,700

3%

3%

3 bedroom

$2,500

6%

No Change

4 bedroom

$3,625

11%

10%

Studio

Average rent

$1,100

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

8%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,357

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

1%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,700

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

3%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,500

Last 30 days

6%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,625

Last 30 days

11%

Last year

10%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Anchorage, AK, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Anchorage, AK compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Anchorage and Kenai by all bedroom counts and property types.

Anchorage

Median rent price$1,825
decreased by4%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,475
decreased by22%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Anchorage, AK is 24% higher than the median rent in Kenai, AK.

Cost of living in Anchorage, AK

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services23% higher
Groceries24% higher
Health36% higher
Housing37% higher
Transportation16% higher
Utilities10% higher

Discover rentals in Anchorage, AK

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Chester Park Estates

1019 East 20th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501

1–4 beds

1–2 baths

$1,225–$1,800

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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4220 Baxter Rd #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Anchorage

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | East Anchorage

4220 Baxter Rd #A, Anchorage, AK 99504

2 beds

1 bath

$1,150

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
905 Richardson Vista Rd #2 - Photo 1 of 1
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5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Anchorage

905 Richardson Vista Rd #2, Anchorage, AK 99501

2 beds

1 bath

$1,175

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
1025 E 10th Ave #11 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

North Star house for rent in Anchorage

1025 E 10th Ave - 11

1025 E 10th Ave #11, Anchorage, AK 99501

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Anchorage, AK

Quick answers to common questions about the Anchorage rental market.

How much is rent in Anchorage?

The average rent in Anchorage is $1,825 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Anchorage?

Average rent prices in Anchorage have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.

How does Anchorage rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Anchorage is 4% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $75 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Anchorage?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Anchorage are Mountain View ($1,400/mo), North Star ($1,550/mo), and Downtown Anchorage ($1,575/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Anchorage?

To comfortably afford rent in Anchorage, you'd need to earn approximately $73,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Anchorage?

December offers the best rental deals in Anchorage with the lowest demand, while April sees the most competitive market. October has the highest rents with a 14.9% difference between peak and off-peak pricing.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

Apartments for rent in Anchorage