Rent Affordability for A Licensed Practical Nurse in Alaska
A typical licensed practical nurse in Alaska earns about $68,085 a year, which supports approximately $1,702 a month in rent under the 30% rule. Below, every tracked Alaska city is ranked by how local rent compares against that affordability ceiling.
As of May 2026. 1 of 6 cities tracked stay within the 30% rule; 5 are rent-burdened on this salary.
| City↕ | Median rent↕ | % of income↑ | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenai, AK | $1,693/mo | 29.8% | affordable |
| Anchorage, AK | $1,730/mo | 30.5% | stretched |
| Fairbanks, AK | $1,762/mo | 31.1% | stretched |
| North Pole, AK | $1,888/mo | 33.3% | stretched |
| Wasilla, AK | $1,970/mo | 34.7% | stretched |
| Eagle River, AK | $2,397/mo | 42.2% | rent-burdened |