⚡ Featured Deal
Essentials for Your New Home
🛒 Shop This Deal NowAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Wainwright, AK Utility & Living Guide
Wainwright, also known as Ulguniq or Kuuk, is a city in North Slope Borough, Alaska, United States. At the 2020 census, the population was 628, making it the third largest city in the North Slope Borough, up from 556 in 2010. The community was named after Wainwright Lagoon, which in turn was named a
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
—
$30/mo
$20/mo
$80/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $250,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Wainwright is limited, with few homes available for sale or rent. Many residents live in government-subsidized housing or own their own homes. The cost of living is relatively 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
Family & Relocation
60
5.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Wainwright has limited public transportation options, but the community is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and pedestrian-friendly areas
- Wainwright School
- Wainwright Community Center
- Arctic Ocean beach
Best Neighborhoods for Families
Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Wainwright based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Residents must follow rules related to hunting and fishing, as well as regulations regarding snowmachine and ATV use
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- 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
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
Find Another City Guide
Search by city name or ZIP code to find utility costs, housing data and cost of living guides.
📊 Wainwright — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Wainwright fluctuate significantly by season, with high energy costs in the winter due to heating needs, and lower costs in the summer. However, the cost of fuel and transportation remains high year-round due to the remote location.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 99782 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 pedestrian-friendly areas, although the community is relatively small and walkable
Alaska Living Report — July 27, 2026
Alaska is a land of superlatives—the largest state by area, the northernmost in the nation, and home to...
Read more →
Alaska Living Report — July 26, 2026
Alaska has long occupied a singular space in the American imagination, conjuring images of untouched wilderness, midnight sun,...
Read more →
Alaska Living Report — July 25, 2026
Alaska is a land of extremes, from its vast, untamed wilderness to its unique urban hubs. Home to...
Read more →
Alaska Living Report — July 24, 2026
With a population of just 734,821 spread across a landmass larger than Texas, California, and Montana combined, Alaska...
Read more →
Get your home essentials, storage, and moving supplies delivered.
Shop Moving EssentialsAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.