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Average Rent in Yukon, AK Rents rising 2.1% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 5,271

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, CensusMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Yukon, AK has rental prices ranging from $951/month to $1,729/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $988/month — 29% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $52,642/year, spending $988/month on a 1-bedroom represents 23% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Yukon Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,094/month, Yukon ranks #29 most expensive of the 34 cities tracked in Alaska — pricier than 74% of all US cities in our data.

The Yukon Rental Market

The Yukon, AK area has a population of about 5,271 and 29% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Yukon, AK have risen by $22/month (2.1%) over the past year, from $1,072 to $1,094. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Yukon, AK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $39,520. The local median household income of $52,642 exceeds that threshold by $13,122, making Yukon relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$951
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$988
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,094
2.1% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,511
Average
4 Bedrooms
$1,729
Average
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Is Yukon, AK Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$43,760/year
Local median income: $52,642
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,094/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in AKlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Anchorage$1,089$1,191$1,563$2,190
Matanuska$1,019$1,055$1,384$1,939
Fairbanks$1,144$1,272$1,669$2,339
Kenai Peninsula Borough$943$949$1,245$1,745
Juneau City and Borough$1,202$1,336$1,753$2,456
Bethel Census$1,640$1,650$1,900$2,289

Rent or Buy in Yukon?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Yukon data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,094/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 2 years — worth it if you stay 2+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,094/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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