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Mc Grath, AK Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$200/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$80/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 | $800 |
The housing market in Mc Grath is limited, with few homes available for sale or rent. Many residents live in rural areas or in traditional cabins. The city has a few subdivisions with modern homes, but prices can be high due to the remote location.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
120
150
120
$800
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
$800/mo
City Pulse
Mc Grath has limited public transportation, but the city is small and walkable, with many residents using ATVs or snowmachines to get around.
- Mc Grath River
- Takotna River
- Iditarod Trail
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📰 Live Local News
Mc Grath has regulations regarding hunting, fishing, and trapping, as well as rules for snowmachine and ATV use.
Financial Tools
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- 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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📊 Mc Grath — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Mc Grath can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher costs in the winter due to heating needs and lower costs in the summer. However, the city's remote location and limited access to resources can also drive up costs year-round.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 99627 has a property tax millage rate of 15.5 mills, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
4/10, due to limited sidewalk infrastructure and rough terrain, but the city's small size and walkability make it possible to get around with a stroller or ATV.
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