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Alakanuk, AK Utility & Living Guide
Alakanuk (ah-LUG-uh-nuck) is a second class city in the Kusilvak Census Area of the Unorganized Borough in the western part of the U.S. state of Alaska. As of the 2020 census, Alakanuk had a population of 756.
Monthly Utility Costs
$200/mo
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$60/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 Alakanuk is limited, with most homes being traditional or subsidized. Rentals are scarce, and prices are relatively high due to the remote location. Homeownership is a significant investment, with property taxes and maintenance costs being substantial.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
120
150
80
$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
40
5.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the city has a few stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Alakanuk River
- Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge
- Alakanuk Traditional Village Council Cultural Center
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Hunting and fishing regulations are strictly enforced, and residents must adhere to traditional subsistence practices
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📊 Alakanuk — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Alakanuk fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity costs in the winter due to heating demands. In the summer, costs are lower, but may still be higher than in other parts of the country due to the remote location.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 99554 has a property tax millage rate of 15.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
4/10, due to limited sidewalk quality, but with good park access and some family infrastructure in place
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