Juneau

Ferries depart daily from the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal, which is situated just east of Auke Bay.
Ferries depart daily from the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal, which is situated just east of Auke Bay.
Auke Bay flows into Auke Lake, a 160-acre watershed near the harbor with outdoor activities.
Homes on the south side of Auke Bay offer front-facing views of the picturesque sunsets.

Juneau, AK Area Guide

Mountain views, bustling waterfront, and lively downtown in Alaska’s capital city

Mountains Island Coastal Restaurants Bars Hiking Scenic Views Walkable Downtown Trails Forest Historic

Juneau is Alaska’s state capitol with its downtown nestled between Mount Juneau, Mount Roberts, and Gastineau Channel. Downtown Juneau is a blend of new buildings, old storefronts, and quaint houses with 19th century architecture from the town’s early gold mining days. The second most populated city in Alaska, residents enjoy entertaining local restaurants and bars, such as Red Dog Saloon, a Western-style pub with live music, or Hangar On The Wharf, the most popular spot for locals in Juneau.

This city can only be reached by airplane or boat, making it an incredible secluded destination to get away from it all amidst breathtaking landscapes. Whale watching tours and cruise ships line the bustling waterfront while hikers enjoy the multitude of hiking trails above the tree lines, through the mountains, and over the creeks. Mt. Roberts Trailhead is a great hiking area, and Savikko Park, referred to as Sandy Beach, overlooks the glistening water and gorgeous mountain peaks. Once you find your apartment in this Alaskan oasis, ride the Mount Roberts Tramway for incredible aerial views of beautiful Juneau.

Explore the City

Auke Bay flows into Auke Lake, a 160-acre watershed near the harbor with outdoor activities.

Homes on the south side of Auke Bay offer front-facing views of the picturesque sunsets.

Ferries depart daily from the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal, which is situated just east of Auke Bay.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Juneau, AK is $1,641 for a studio, $1,778 for one bedroom, $1,670 for two bedrooms, and $2,818 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Juneau has increased by 8.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,778/month
652 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Juneau, AK is 31.6% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Juneau is 38.0% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,641 - $2,818. You can expect to pay 28.6% more for groceries, 43.7% more for utilities, and 19.6% more for transportation.

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Schools

Gastineau Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Harborview Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Auke Bay Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Juneau-Douglas High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Thunder Mountain High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Wickersham State Historic Site
  • Alaska State Museum

Airports

  • Juneau International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.