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Holy Cross, AK Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
—
$30/mo
$20/mo
$80/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Holy Cross is limited, with few homes available for sale or rent. Many residents live in traditional cabins or modern homes with stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. The cost of living is relatively high due to the remote location
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
60
5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
There is no public transit system in Holy Cross, and sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are limited
- Yukon River
- Holy Cross Park
- traditional cultural events
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📰 Live Local News
Residents must follow traditional subsistence hunting and fishing regulations, and obtain necessary permits for building and development
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- 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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📊 Holy Cross — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Holy Cross fluctuate significantly by season, with high electricity costs in the winter due to heating needs, and lower costs in the summer when temperatures are milder. However, the high cost of fuel and transportation can drive up costs year-round
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 99602 has a property tax millage rate of 10.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
2, due to limited sidewalk quality, lack of elevator access in transit, and limited family infrastructure in Holy Cross
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