What is the cheapest city to live in Alaska?

Juneau. Only accessible by boat or plane, Alaska's capital city is also the most affordable place to live in the entire state.
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Can you live cheap in Alaska?

As far as rent goes, Alaska is ever so slightly cheaper than the U.S. as a whole. According to Apartment List's 2019 report, the median rent for a studio and one bedroom apartment in Alaska is $17 and $21 cheaper than the national median, respectively.
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Where is the easiest place to live in Alaska?

Sitka is proud to be the safest place to live in Alaska, couple this with the fact that this neighbourhood offers some of the best schools in the state, this is a great place to grow your family.
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What is the best place in Alaska to live?

Here Are The 9 Best Places To Live In Alaska… And Why
  • Eagle River. AK Real Estate Professionals Website. ...
  • Juneau. Dale Musselman | Flickr. ...
  • Anchorage. Paxson Wielder | Flickr. ...
  • Girdwood. Eric Teela | Flickr. ...
  • Wasilla. Jimmy Emerson, DVM | Flickr. ...
  • Seward. Kevan Dee | Flickr. ...
  • Fairbanks. ...
  • Sitka.
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What is the most livable city in Alaska?

Let's take a closer look at the northernmost state's top five cities to live in.
  1. Fairbanks. The city of Fairbanks, in the heart of the state, is our #1 Alaskan city to live in. ...
  2. Anchorage. Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, comes in second. ...
  3. Juneau. The third best city in Alaska to settle in is Juneau, the state capital.
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CHEAPEST PLACES TO LIVE IN ALASKA (without living on a homestead)



What is the warmest town in Alaska?

Although Sitka is the warmest place in the state, this city still receives snow during the winter season.
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Where is the cheapest housing in Alaska?

King Cove is possibly the cheapest place to live in Alaska, with a cost of living of just over 4.1% over the national average. In fact, the cost of living here is well below the Alaskan average — 12% lower, to be exact.
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What should you avoid in Alaska?

20 Things Everyone In Alaska Should Avoid At All Costs
  • Farmed seafood. Flickr/fs999. ...
  • Or buying fish in general. ...
  • Even feeding your dogs farmed fish. ...
  • Eating hot dogs. ...
  • Camping without a view. ...
  • Snacking on chips from the lower 48. ...
  • Shopping at big corporate box stores. ...
  • Drinking wine that isn't from Alaska.
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What part of Alaska should I move to?

Best Places to Retire in Alaska
  • Anchorage. At the top of the list is Alaska's largest city. ...
  • Wasilla. Just outside Anchorage is Wasilla, Alaska's sixth-largest city and previously the starting point for Alaska's famed Iditarod sled dog race. ...
  • Palmer. ...
  • Fairbanks. ...
  • Sterling. ...
  • Sitka. ...
  • Bethel. ...
  • Juneau.
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Is healthcare free in Alaska?

Health care is expensive in Alaska.

During that time, Alaska also had the highest spending for private health insurance per enrollee — $5,958. That figure was 31 percent above the national average, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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How can I live in Alaska for free?

While it's a common misconception that you can move there for free, you can get paid to live in Alaska. The Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) takes the state's oil wealth and shares an annual portion with all permanent residents (both children and adults).
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Can you live in Alaska without a job?

Employment. We do not recommend moving out of state alone, especially to Alaska, without having a job lined up. There are a lot of job opportunities available, but unless you have unlimited funds, having secure employment in place is a must before you make the move to Alaska.
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What state has the lowest cost of living?

Mississippi. Mississippi has the lowest cost of living in the United States. With a cost of living index of 83.3, expenses are nearly 17% less than the national average. Mississippi's housing costs are the lowest in the nation.
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What is the poorest town in Alaska?

Anchorage is the poorest city in The Last Frontier, but only by default. It's the only Alaskan city included in the analysis. The city's poverty rate matches that of the state, and its median household income is actually significantly higher than the state median.
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Is Juneau or Anchorage better?

Juneau is technically nearer to both, as it is built on the mountain and cannot be reached except by plane or boat. Anchorage is within close driving distance of both. The cities themselves vary, as well. Anchorage is larger and therefore has more attractions, but it also has less attractive areas.
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How do I prepare to move to Alaska?

13 Things You Should Know Before Moving to Alaska
  1. #1: Roaming Bears Are a Real Thing. ...
  2. #2: The Cost of Living Is High. ...
  3. #3: It's True, You Get Paid to Live Here. ...
  4. #4: Where You're Going, You Don't Need Road. ...
  5. #5: Mark Your Calendar for the Alaska State Fair. ...
  6. #6: And Don't Forget Fur Rondy! ...
  7. #7.
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Can a US citizen drive to Alaska without a passport?

U.S. citizens need a passport to drive to Alaska. Alaska is not part of the contiguous United States: you must go through Canada to get to Alaska. Land-based travelers cannot cross the Canadian border without a passport. If you fly or take a cruise, you don't need a passport unless your voyage lands on Canadian soil.
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What is the average cost of a house in Alaska?

$317,905. The typical home value of homes in Alaska is $317,905. This value is seasonally adjusted and only includes the middle price tier of homes. Alaska home values have gone up 6.6% over the past year.
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How can I get free land in Alaska?

Answer: The federal and state agencies in Alaska do not offer free land. The State of Alaska's Department of Natural Resources however does have a Public Land Sale program and some other organizations in Alaska may occasionally offer land for sale to private citizens.
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Is it hard to live in Alaska?

As beautiful and unspoiled as it is, Alaska is a difficult place to dwell. The climate is harsh and the rigors of daily life can extol a heavy price. For some residents, the stress of Alaskan living boils over into violent encounters.
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What is the safest place to live in Alaska?

Safest Cities in Alaska – 2021
  • Wasilla is Alaska's safest city. ...
  • State capital Juneau places #2 in the ranking of Alaska's safest cities. ...
  • Fairbanks is Alaska's 3rd safest city. ...
  • #4 Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, is also its least safe.
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What part of Alaska gets the least snow?

Strangely, the Arctic is technically a desert. You'll see snow, but Utqiagvik—Alaska's northernmost community—gets less than 5 inches of rain per year.
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Is it really dark in Alaska for 6 months?

Alaska is not actually dark for six months of the year, even in our northern cities. The entire state experiences varying hours of sunlight and darkness all year long. The long, dark hours of the winter season are due to Alaska's location on the globe.
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