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Ketchikan, AK

Looking to move to Ketchikan, AK? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Ketchikan, AK is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Ketchikan, AK has a population of 7933. What about cost of living in Ketchikan, AK? The median income in Ketchikan, AK is $74,245 and the median home value is $313,425.

Read on to learn more about Ketchikan, AK, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Ketchikan, AK

Average Temperatures

51 high / 40 low

Average Annual Rainfall

43 in

Average Annual Snowfall

25 in

Quick Facts about Ketchikan, Alaska

Median Home Value
$313,425
Median Property Tax
$2,727
Total Population
7,933
Average Commute
9 min
Median Household Income
$74,245
Median Monthly Rent
$1,052

Map of Ketchikan, AK

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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