Venetie, AK Utility & Living Guide

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Venetie, AK Utility & Living Guide

Venetie, is a census-designated place (CDP) in Yukon–Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska. As of the 2020 census, Venetie had a population of 205. It includes the Village of Venetie, a Gwichʼin tribal entity designated in the 1971 Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$400/mo
1BR Rent$800/mo
COL Index110 (+10% above national average)
Family Score5/10
Median Home$180,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$250/mo

Gwitchyaa Zhee Corporation
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$30/mo

Venetie Tribal Government
🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Venetie Tribal Government
📶 Internet

$100/mo

Combined Average Overhead$400/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$800/mo
2 Bedrooms$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms$1800/mo
Median Home Price$180,000
Property Tax Rate1.5%
Avg Childcare/mo$800

The housing market in Venetie is limited, with most homes being single-family residences or tribal housing. Rentals are scarce and often managed by the tribal government. Home prices are relatively low due to the remote location.

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 Rate1.5%
<p>No state sales tax, no county sales tax, no city sales tax</p>

Alaska has no state income tax

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
5/10
Safety Index

40

Higher = safer
School Rating

4/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Low with key industries in subsistence hunting and fishing
Top Local Concerns
Access to healthcare, high cost of living, limited job opportunities
🚌 Transit for Families

There is no public transit in Venetie, and roads are often unpaved and inaccessible to strollers

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Chandalar River
  • 🎯
    Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
  • 🎯
    Venetie Tribal Hall

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The best neighborhoods for families are those with access to the river and tribal amenities. However, options are limited, and most families live in rural areas.

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Hunting and fishing regulations are strictly enforced, and residents must comply with tribal ordinances

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📊 Venetie — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Venetie fluctuate greatly by season, with high electricity costs in the winter due to heating needs. In the summer, costs are lower, but residents may need to pay for fuel to power generators.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Property tax millage rates are 15 mills, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

2/10: Venetie has limited sidewalk infrastructure, and most roads are unpaved and inaccessible to strollers. However, the tribal government is working to improve accessibility.

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