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Tuntutuliak, AK Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$420/mo

1BR Rent$1000/mo

COL Index110 (+10% above national average)

Family Score5/10

Median Home$280,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$250/mo

Tuntutuliak Electric Utility

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$60/mo

Tuntutuliak Water Utility

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Tuntutuliak Garbage Collection

📶 Internet

$80/mo

Combined Average Overhead$420/month

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 Tuntutuliak is limited, with few homes available for sale or rent. Many residents live in traditional Yup’ik homes or modern subsidized housing. The cost of living is high due to the remote location.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

110

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+10% above national average

Groceries

120

Transportation

150

Healthcare

120

Childcare/mo

$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

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

5/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Low, with key industries including subsistence fishing and hunting, and some tourism

Top Local Concerns

High cost of living, limited job opportunities, access to healthcare

🚌 Transit for Families

There is no public transit system in Tuntutuliak, but the village is small and walkable

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Tuntutuliak School
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Tuntutuliak River
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Tuntutuliak Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The village is small and tight-knit, with most homes located near the school and community center. The area around the Tuntutuliak River is popular for fishing and outdoor activities.

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Hunting and fishing regulations are strictly enforced to preserve traditional subsistence practices

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📊 Tuntutuliak — Census & Demographic Data

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☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Tuntutuliak fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity costs in the winter due to increased heating needs. In the summer, costs are lower due to reduced heating demands and increased use of natural light.