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Allakaket, AK Utility & Living Guide
Allakaket is a second class city in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area of the Unorganized Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. The population was 177 at the 2020 census.
Monthly Utility Costs
$250/mo
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$60/mo
$30/mo
$80/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Allakaket is limited, with most homes being single-family residences or apartments. Rentals are scarce, and prices can be high due to the remote location. Homeownership is a significant investment, with property taxes and maintenance costs factoring into the overall cost of living.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
120
150
120
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| <p>No state sales tax, no county sales tax, no city sales tax</p> | |
Alaska has no state income tax
Family & Relocation
40
5.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the village is small and walkable, with some sidewalks and pedestrian paths
- Koyukuk River
- Allakaket School
- local parks and playgrounds
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Residents must follow rules regarding hunting, fishing, and subsistence activities, as well as respect private property and traditional lands
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📊 Allakaket — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Allakaket fluctuate significantly by season, with high electricity costs in the winter due to heating needs, and lower costs in the summer when temperatures are milder. However, the lack of access to natural gas and other fuels means that residents rely heavily on electricity and diesel generators, which can drive up costs year-round.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 99720 has a property tax millage rate of 15 mills, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
4/10, due to limited sidewalk infrastructure, rough terrain, and limited elevator access in public buildings, but with some pedestrian paths and parks that are accessible with a stroller
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