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Kwigillingok, AK Utility & Living Guide

Kwigillingok is a census-designated place (CDP) in Bethel Census Area, Alaska, United States. As of the 2020 census, Kwigillingok had a population of 380.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$520/mo

1BR Rent$1000/mo

COL Index110 (+10% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$180,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$250/mo

AEL&P (not available, likely self-generated or diesel-powered)

🔥 Gas

$150/mo

N/A - Propane or diesel-powered generators

💧 Water

$60/mo

Kwigillingok Water Utility

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Kwigillingok Garbage Collection

📶 Internet

$80/mo

Combined Average Overhead$520/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1000/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$180,000
Property Tax Rate	1.5%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Kwigillingok is limited, with most homes being single-family residences or apartments. Rentals are scarce, and prices may be higher due to the remote location. Homeownership is a significant investment, with property taxes and maintenance costs factoring into the overall cost.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

110

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+10% above national average

Groceries

120

Transportation

150

Healthcare

120

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Property Tax Rate	1.5%
<p>No state sales tax, no county or city sales tax</p>

No state income tax

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

5.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Purple description, with a mix of conservative and liberal views

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in tourism, fishing, and government services

Top Local Concerns

Subsistence rights, environmental protection, access to healthcare

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but the village has a walkable downtown area and accessible parks and playgrounds.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Kwigillingok River
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Togiak National Wildlife Refuge
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Kwigillingok School

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the Kwigillingok School and the village center are popular neighborhoods for families, with access to amenities and community activities. The outskirts of the village offer more secluded residences with views of the surrounding wilderness.

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📊 Kwigillingok — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Kwigillingok fluctuate significantly by season, with higher costs in the winter due to heating and lower costs in the summer. Residents often rely on subsistence activities and renewable energy sources to supplement their energy needs.