Rental GuideAnchorage, AK

Anchorage rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,700

Year Over Year Change

10%

$181

Rentals available, last 30 days

243

Rent ranges for Anchorage apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

21%

$1,501 - $2,250

32%

$751 - $1,500

37%

$0 - $750

21%

32%

37%

How has rent in Anchorage, AK changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Anchorage, AK, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,700, which is a 10.31% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Anchorage, AK is about $1,300. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Anchorage, AK is $1,650, and studios are about $1,025 per month.

See more Anchorage, AK rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Anchorage, AK?

schools

43,727

students

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Who lives in Anchorage, AK?

Gender

51% Male

49% Female

Age Range

0-19

30%

20-34

25%

35-44

12%

45-64

24%

65+

Language

English

79%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

41%

Bachelor's

32%

Master's

13%

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Anchorage, AK?

Families

23% Families

77% Single

Property

45% Renters

55% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

13%

25-50k

20%

50-75k

18%

75-100k

15%

100-150k

17%

150k+

14%

How do residents get around Anchorage, AK?

The best way to fly in or out of Anchorage is through Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, 6.49 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

6/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

10/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Anchorage are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Anchorage, AK

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Anchorage, 49% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Anchorage

Pet friendly

76%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

76%Satisfaction rating

Public transportation

49%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools

Affordable housing

Weather

Job market

Cost of living

Nightlife

Dating scene

Quality schools

49%

Affordable housing

43%

Weather

43%

Job market

41%

Cost of living

27%

Nightlife

24%

Dating scene

24%

49%

43%

41%

27%

24%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Anchorage, AK?

The overall cost of living in Anchorage, AK is 23% higher than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Anchorage you can expect groceries to cost more than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $4.09 per carton, and milk $5.34. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $244 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.