Average Rent in Anchorage, AK
What is the average rent in Anchorage, AK?
The average listed apartment rent in Anchorage, AK is $1,626 per month, as of October 21, 2026. This sample includes 108 priced apartments in 34 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from October 17, 2026 through October 21, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
34 apartment buildings, 108 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Anchorage, AKCheapest
$815/mo
Merrill Crossing Apartments
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34
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Units
108
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Analysis
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Average Rent by Property
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Anchorage, AK Rent Prices
All 34 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Merrill Crossing Apartments
1275 E 9th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
North Point Apartments
905 Richardson Vista Rd, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
McKinley Tower Apartments
337 E 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Arbor Pointe
1473 W 25th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
Castle Apartment Homes
915 W 27th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
Arctic Sun
625 W 46th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
Village at Calais
601 W 32nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Merrill Crossing Apartments 1275 E 9th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA | $815 | $980 | -- | 4.1 (11) | 3 |
| 2 | North Point Apartments 905 Richardson Vista Rd, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA | $950 | $1,058 | -- | 3.4 (169) | 3 |
| 3 | McKinley Tower Apartments 337 E 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA | $1,090 | $1,436 | $2.16/ft² | 4.1 (26) | 6 |
| 4 | Arbor Pointe 1473 W 25th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA | $1,100 | $1,274 | $2.77/ft² | 4.2 (30) | 4 |
| 5 | Castle Apartment Homes 915 W 27th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA | $1,100 as of Oct 13 | $1,319 | $2.73/ft² | 4.1 (112) | 8 |
| 6 | Arctic Sun 625 W 46th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA | $1,110 | $1,369 | $1.68/ft² | 4 (25) | 9 |
| 7 | Village at Calais 601 W 32nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA | $1,110 | $1,255 | $2.57/ft² | 3.7 (30) | 2 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Merrill Crossing Apartments
4.1 (11)1275 E 9th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
North Point Apartments
3.4 (169)905 Richardson Vista Rd, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
McKinley Tower Apartments
4.1 (26)337 E 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Arbor Pointe
4.2 (30)1473 W 25th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
Castle Apartment Homes
4.1 (112)915 W 27th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
Arctic Sun
4 (25)625 W 46th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
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Anchorage, AK neighborhoods
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Anchorage, AK Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Anchorage, AK is $1,626 per month, based on 108 units across 34 apartment communities. Prices range from $815 at Merrill Crossing Apartments to $2,810 at Highlands Luxury.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,375/mo | $950/mo | 19 |
| 1 Bed | $1,508/mo | $1,050/mo | 15 |
| 2 Bed | $1,638/mo | $1,100/mo | 24 |
| 3 Bed | $1,773/mo | $1,110/mo | 8 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Anchorage, AK, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Anchorage, AK averages $1,508/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,638/mo. At the local median household income of $98,152, that works out to 20% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Anchorage, AK at $1,453/mo. The current tracked market average runs 12% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Anchorage, AK while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Anchorage, AK?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$65,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,626/mo.
Comfortable income
$78,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($815/mo), you need to earn at least $33,000/year.
Median household income in Anchorage, AK is $98,152 , about 26% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Anchorage, AK
Overall prices in Anchorage, AK runs above the national average by about 7% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 106.8, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Anchorage, AK's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,626 |
| Utilities | $519 |
| Groceries | $564 |
| Transportation | $1,238 |
| Healthcare | $604 |
| Other goods and services | $966 |
| Estimated total | $5,517/mo |
Population
289,069
Median household income
$98,152
Census median rent
$1,453/mo
Census rent burden
29.1%
Median age
34.9
Mean commute
19 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Anchorage, AK?
The average listed apartment rent in Anchorage, AK is $1,626 per month, as of October 21, 2026. This sample includes 108 priced apartments in 34 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Anchorage, AK?
The median asking rent in Anchorage, AK is $1,563 per month, computed from 108 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,626/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Anchorage, AK?
The lowest available rent in Anchorage, AK starts at $815 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Anchorage, AK?
1-bedroom apartments in Anchorage, AK average $1,508/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,050/mo across 15 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Anchorage, AK?
2-bedroom apartments in Anchorage, AK average $1,638/mo. Units start from $1,100/mo across 24 units currently listed.
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