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Shishmaref, AK Utility & Living Guide
Shishmaref is a city in the Nome Census Area, Alaska, United States. It is located on Sarichef Island in the Chukchi Sea, just north of the Bering Strait and five miles from the mainland. Shishmaref lies within the Bering Land Bridge National Preserve. As of the 2020 census, Shishmaref had a populat
Monthly Utility Costs
$250/mo
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$60/mo
$30/mo
$80/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.5% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Shishmaref is limited, with most homes being small and simple. Many residents live in traditional Yupik-style homes or modern prefab houses. Rentals are scarce and often snapped up quickly.
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
40
5.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Shishmaref has limited public transportation, but the town is small and walkable, with some sidewalks and pedestrian paths
- Shishmaref Beach
- Serpentine Hot Springs
- Shishmaref School playground
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Hunting and fishing regulations are strictly enforced to preserve traditional subsistence practices
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📊 Shishmaref — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Shishmaref fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating needs and higher water bills in the summer due to increased usage. Residents often rely on subsistence activities like fishing and hunting to supplement their food supply and reduce expenses.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 99772 has a property tax millage rate of 10.5, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
4/10, due to limited sidewalk quality, but with good park access and some family infrastructure, including a playground and community center
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