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Bethel, AK Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$250/mo
—
$60/mo
$30/mo
$80/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Bethel is limited, with most homes being single-family residences or apartments. Rentals are often scarce and may require a waiting list. Home prices have increased in recent years due to limited supply and high demand from government and healthcare workers.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
120
150
120
$1200
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 required to file federal income tax returns
Family & Relocation
40
5.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit in Bethel is limited, but the city has a few wheelchair-accessible buses and a walkable downtown area
- Bethel Regional High School sports events
- Kuskokwim River fishing
- Yup'ik Cultural Center
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📰 Live Local News
Residents are subject to city ordinances and Alaska state laws, including those related to hunting and fishing
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
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📊 Bethel — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Bethel can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity costs in the winter due to heating needs and higher water costs in the summer due to increased usage. Residents may also experience higher fuel costs for generators and snowmachines during the winter months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 99559 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 road conditions, but with some accessible parks and public buildings
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