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List of Cities in Alaska: Area, Population and Cost of Living

Alaska is a state of the United States located in the northwest regions of the North American continent. Famous for the Northern Lights, extensive outdoor adventures, wide-open spaces and unique Alaskan culture, Alaska is one of the best places for tourists to explore.

To know more about this state and the cities in Alaska, continue reading this write-up.

Currency – The standard currency is USD or the United States Dollar. As of 29th August 2023, 1 USD is measured at 82.70 INR.

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List of Cities in Alaska

Largest by land area, extending 570,640.95 square miles or 1,477,953.3 km2, there are about 148 incorporated cities in this state. These cities are divided into 4 unified home-rule municipalities, ten home-rule cities, 18 first-class cities, and 115 second-class cities.

To be classified as a home rule or first-class city, Alaska law considers that a municipality must have at least 400 residents.

Below is the list of the top cities in Alaska, along with their relevant details:

1. Unified Home Rule

The unified home-rule cities are as follows:

Name of the City	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
Anchorage, South-central Alaska	5,041.89 km2	283,154	$862 (One Person)/ $2647 (Family of Four)
Juneau, Gastineau Channel and the Alaskan panhandle	8,429.64 km2	31,534	$836 (One Person)/ $2468 (Family of Four)
Sitka, Southeast Alaska	12,471.16 km2	8,365	NA
Wrangell, South-eastern Alaska	9,004.37 km2	1,913	NA

2. Home-Rule Cities

The home rule cities in Alaska are as follows:

Name of the City	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
Fairbanks, Fairbanks North Star Borough	84.5 km2	32,868	$934 (One Person)/ $3069 (Family of Four)
Ketchikan, Ketchikan Gateway Borough	12.70 km2	7,870	NA
Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough	93.15 km2	7,838	NA
Palmer, Matanuska-Susitna Borough	13.14 km2	6,523	NA
Kodiak, Kodiak Island Borough	14.23 km2	5,258	NA
Soldotna, Kenai Peninsula Borough	19.19 km2	4,611	NA
Valdez, Chugach Census Area	704.24 km2	3,780	NA
Seward, Resurrection Bay	56.69 km2	2,709	NA
Cordova, Chugach Census Area	194.62 km2	2,421	NA
North Pole, Fairbanks North Star Borough	10.62 km2	2,386	NA
Nenana, Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area	16.18 km2	354	NA

3. First-class Cities

The first-class cities in Alaska are as follows:

Name of the City	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
Wasilla, Matanuska-Susitna Borough	34.01 km2	10,175	NA
Homer, Kenai Peninsula Borough	65.41 km2	6,075	NA
Utqiaġvik, North Slope Borough	55.63 km2	5,123	NA
Unalaska, Aleutians West Census Area	546.20 km2	3,809	NA
Nome, Nome Census Area	55.7 km2	3,498	NA
Dillingham, Dillingham Census Area	93.41 km2	2,142	NA
Craig, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area	24.62 km2	1,027	NA
Hoonah, South-east Alaska	18.47 km2	970	NA
King Cove, Aleutians East Borough	75.62 km2	831	NA
Klawock, Prince of Wales–Hyder Census Area	2.52 km2	717	NA
St. Mary's, Kusilvak Census Area	133.56 km2	602	$690 (One Person)/ $2213 (Family of Four)
Sand Point, Aleutians East Borough	78.46 km2	759	$827 (One Person)/ $2575 (Family of Four)
Kake, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area	34.98 km2	545	NA
Galena, Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area	63.47 km2	447	NA
Hydaburg, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area	0.76 km2	378	NA

4. Second-class Cities

The second-class cities in Alaska are as follows:

Name of the City	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
Bethel, Western Alaska	129.78 km2	6,264	NA
Kotzebue, Northwest Arctic Borough	68.64 km2	2,973	NA
Houston, Matanuska-Susitna Borough	65.41 km2	2,237	$917 (One Person)/ $3075 (Family of Four)
Akutan, Aleutians East Borough	383.07 km2	1,297	NA
Hooper Bay, Kusilvak Census Area	19.50 km2	1,359	NA
Chevak, Kusilvak Census Area	2.96 km2	953	NA
Delta Junction, Southeast Fairbanks Census Area	36.00 km2	1,011	NA
Savoonga, Nome Census Area	15.21 km2	797	NA
Point Hope, North Slope Borough	13.14 km2	886	NA
Emmonak, Kusilvak Census Area	15.31 km2	828	NA
Togiak, Dillingham Census Area	581.84 km2	784	NA
Kwethluk, Bethel Census Area	30.62 km2	787	NA
Selawik, Northwest Arctic Borough	7.62 km2	724	NA
Quinhagak, Bethel Census Area,	12.14 km2	764	NA
Unalakleet, Nome Census Area	12.81 km2	731	NA

Disclaimer: The data provided for each city can vary according to the sources and is subject to change with time. The list is for general purposes and contains the names of the most popular cities in Alaska.`

Interesting Facts About the Cities in Alaska

Here are some unknown facts about the major cities in Alaska:

With more than 100,000 glaciers, Alaska has the most significant concentration of this massive ice wonder in North America.
Anchorage City in Alaska gets 22 hours of continuous daylight. Especially on summer solstice, the sun barely goes below the horizon.
Juneau has been called the nation's most wired capital as the state capital has invested in advanced tools and equipment to help citizens all over Alaska.
Juneau is home to unique flora and fauna - brown and black bears, 280 species of birds, five species of salmon, and whales, especially humpback and orca.
Due to its location under the Auroral Oval, the Northern Lights are visible in Fairbanks roughly 200 nights per year, especially during winter.
About half of Fairbank's population consists of military personnel. This is due to the nearby Eielson Air Force Base.
Due to the extremely cold temperature, cars in Fairbanks can freeze if they get too cold. So, parking lots in this city offer electric outlets for plugging in vehicle engine block heaters.
There are more than 3,000 rivers and 3 million lakes in Alaska.

So, now you have an idea about the cities in Alaska. Explore Alaska's untouched landscape, immerse yourself in authentic Alaskan culture, go fishing and dog-sledging, or see the Northern Lights. Try to communicate with the locals and remember to try out the local cuisine. However, you can contact the local embassy if you want any suggestions or assistance.

While you're soaking in all this wild beauty, it’s also wise to be prepared for unexpected turns, whether it's a weather-related delay, lost belongings, or a sudden medical need. Having international travel insurance sorted in advance ensures you can travel with safety.

FAQs About Cities in Alaska

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What are the ten largest cities in Alaska?

There are 148 incorporated cities in Alaska. However, the ten largest cities in Alaska are as follows -Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Ketchikan, Kenai, Palmer, Bethel, Homer, Wasilla and Sitka.

Where is the famous Hubbard Glacier located in Alaska?

The famous 6-mile-wide Hubbard Glacier is located in south-central Alaska and north of Yakutat. This scale offers awe-inspiring beauty and exclusive wildlife sightings, such as whales, seals, eagles and otters.

What is unique during the winter and summer solstice in the Fairbanks city?

On June 21st, Fairbanks City experienced about 21 hours and 49 minutes of daylight on the summer solstice. During the winter solstice that is on December 21st, Fairbanks has about 3 hours 43 minutes of daylight. This makes it the shortest day of the year.

Is it expensive to live in Alaska?

Yes, it is expensive to live in Alaska. The cost of living in Alaska is 29% higher than the national average. While utilities are about 36% higher, housing is 18% higher. Speaking about basic necessities, food and clothing, groceries are around 30% higher than in the rest of the country. However, clothing costs 30% higher.

Is Alaska home to North America’s tallest mountains?

Yes, Alaska is home to 17 of North America's tallest mountains. Amongst the 20 highest peaks in the United States, 17 are in Alaska. This includes the highest peak in North America, the Denali, which is 20,320 feet above sea level.