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Soldotna man who attacked police with harpoon shot killed by state troopers, authorities say

The cost of living has always been an issue for residents of the 49th state, and housing costs have a lot to do with it. A recent study released by the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation shows that average principal and interest payments for home purchases have increased 52% from 2018 to 2024. The average rent has increased 24% over the same period.