Selawik, AK


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Selawik, AK

About Selawik, AK

Living in Selawik, AK is an adventure like no other. It is a small community located in the Northwest Arctic Borough, with a population of just over 600 people. The town itself lies on a little island, accessible by floatplane or boat from Kotzebue. Despite its size, Selawik has plenty of activities to offer residents and visitors alike. Residents can explore the nearby streams for fishing and hunting or take part in traditional subsistence activities such as berry picking and trapping. The town also offers access to some of Alaska's most stunning landscapes, from its expansive tundra to snow-capped mountains. With so much natural beauty and unique cultural opportunities, living in Selawik is an experience like no other!

State: Alaska
County: Northwest Arctic Borough
Metro Area: No Metro Area
City: Selawik
Zip Codes: 99770
Cost of Living:

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Selawik Cost of Living



$145,300
-132.7% lower than avg
$43,000
-60.5% lower than avg
7.6 / 1.7
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summer/winter
Selawik Crime
46.4 / 100
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4
Minimum annual income
To live comfortably in Selawik, Alaska
$27,720
for a family
$51,600
for a single person
Cost of Living