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Cost of homeownership in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska

Real dollar cost of ownership, rent-vs-buy analysis, and flood risk, backed by Census ACS, FEMA, and FHFA data. Population: 5,799.

Median home value
$220,800
Median property tax
$1,011
Monthly owner cost
$1,743
with mortgage
Affordability (cost % of income)
11.8%

Total annual ownership cost

Breakdown of what owning a typical home in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area costs each year.

  • Property taxes$1,011
  • Insurance estimate$1,500
  • Utilities / energy$2,818
  • Maintenance (1% of value)$2,208
  • Total$7,537/yr · $628/mo

Insurance and energy figures typically vary by property. Adjust in the calculators for a personalized estimate.

Total
$7,537
/ year

Rent vs. buy in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area

Pre-filled with local median home value, median gross rent (Census ACS / HUD FMR), and current FRED rate.

Home price trend in Alaska

FHFA House Price Index, quarterly.

vs. Alaska average
Home value below state average.
Property tax below state average.
Homeownership
72.6%

Share of units owner-occupied (Census ACS).

Median household income
$61,779

Census ACS 5-year estimate.

Housing cost burden in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area

Share of households paying 30% or more of income on housing (HUD CHAS 2017-2021). HUD does not publish county-level CHAS rollups through the public API, so Alaska state data is shown for local context alongside the US average.

Alaska: 30%+ cost burdened
41.6%
171,205 households surveyed
Alaska: severely burdened (50%+)
17.4%
Paying at least half of income on housing.
Owner vs renter burden
Owner 30%+: 35.5%
Renter 30%+: 27.8%
Renters typically carry a heavier cost burden than owners with a fixed-rate mortgage.

Affordability by income bracket

Monthly 30% housing budget at each income vs the median owner cost in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area. Bars above the dashed line can absorb this county's typical ownership cost.

HUD area median income (4-person household) for Alaska: $114,300. Income limits define 80% AMI at $91,450 and 50% AMI at $57,150.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to own a home in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area?

Based on Census ACS, typical total annual cost in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is around $7,537 ($628 per month), covering property tax, insurance estimate, utilities, and 1% maintenance. Your actual cost varies by home age, size, and location within the county.

What is the property tax in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area?

Median annual property tax is $1,011 on the county's median home value of $220,800 (Census ACS).

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area?

Annual ownership cost is roughly 29% lower than annual rent at the county's median. Use the calculator below to model your specific situation.

What is the flood risk in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area?

FEMA NFIP data for Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is pending.

Data sources

Disclaimer. HomeRule is not a real estate agent, lender, appraiser, or financial advisor. This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Actual costs vary significantly by property, location, and individual circumstances. Consult qualified professionals for personalized advice.