Shungnak, AK


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Shungnak, AK

About Shungnak, AK

Living in Shungnak, AK is like living in a remote, rugged outpost. The village is situated on the Kobuk River, surrounded by thick forests and beautiful mountains. Summers are short and mild with temperatures reaching into the upper 70s Fahrenheit, while winters are long and cold, with temperatures often dropping to minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. Residents of the community rely on subsistence hunting and fishing in order to provide food for their families. Despite the challenges associated with life in such an isolated area, locals take pride in their culture and heritage, which is reflected in their strong sense of community spirit.

State: Alaska
County: Northwest Arctic Borough
Metro Area: No Metro Area
City: Shungnak
Zip Codes: 99773
Cost of Living:

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Shungnak Cost of Living



$203,100
-66.5% lower than avg
$60,938
-13.3% lower than avg
8.6 / 1.5
Comfort Index
summer/winter
Shungnak Crime
46.2 / 100
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4
Minimum annual income
To live comfortably in Shungnak, Alaska
$38,880
for a family
$52,000
for a single person
Cost of Living