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Kiana, AK Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Kiana is limited, with few homes available for sale or rent. Many residents live in rural areas and commute to nearby towns for work. The city has a few small subdivisions with newer homes, but overall, the housing stock is older and often in need of repair.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
100
105
$900
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, but residents may still be subject to federal income tax.
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Kiana has limited public transportation, but the city's small size and walkable downtown area make it relatively easy to get around without a car.
- Kiana River
- Selawik National Wildlife Refuge
- Kotzebue Sound
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📰 Live Local News
Residents are subject to city ordinances regarding zoning, building codes, and environmental protection.
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Kiana — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Kiana fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating needs and higher water bills in the summer due to increased usage. However, the city's mild summers and cold winters mean that residents can often reduce their energy consumption by using natural lighting and insulation.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 99749 has a property tax millage rate of 15.5, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
4, due to the city's limited sidewalk infrastructure and lack of elevator access in public buildings, but the downtown area is relatively flat and easy to navigate with a stroller.
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