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North Pole

Pop. 2,370·3rd most expensive in Alaska·North Pole rents have dropped 7.0%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,802/mo
Year-over-Year
-7.0%
Month-over-Month
+0.9%
vs US Median
-$163
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North Pole · $1,802
More affordable than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
73/100
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Rents are 11% below what North Pole's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,802/mo
Expected by trend
$2,031/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,160
1 BR
$1,290
2 BR
$1,690
3 BR
$2,370
4 BR+
$2,840
Research median
$1,690/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$21,624/yr
At $1,802/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 7.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-7.0% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Pole, AK is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
2,370
Median income
$92,273
Median age
28.2
Renters
44.1%
Age distribution
37.4%
29.6%
21.6%
Under 1837.4%
18–3429.6%
35–5421.6%
55–643.6%
65+7.8%
Gender
55.9%
44.1%
Male55.9%
Female44.1%
Race & ethnicity
57.8%
12.5%
20.8%
White57.8%
Black4.9%
Hispanic12.5%
Asian4%
Other20.8%
Education (25+)
27.6%
38.5%
29.4%
No HS diploma4.5%
HS diploma27.6%
Some college38.5%
Bachelor's+29.4%
Housing tenure
55.9%
44.1%
Owner55.9%
Renter44.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How North Pole, AK has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,548 → $1,802
up 16.4%
Income
$83,524 → $92,273
up 10.5%
Population
2,825 → 2,370
down 16.1%
Renter share
49.8% → 44.1%
-5.7 pts
Bachelor's+
26.8% → 29.4%
+2.6 pts

Rent in North Pole, AK has increased 16.4% since 2023, going from about $1,548 per month to roughly $1,802 today. Household income in the area moved from $83,524 to $92,273 across the same window, up 10.5% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 5.9 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 2,825 to 2,370 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.1% change. About 44.1% of households rent today, against 49.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 26.8% to 29.4%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in North Pole, AK look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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About renting in North Pole, AK

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Pole is $1,802/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,690/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,290/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,370/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($92,273/yr), North Pole ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 7.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Pole an affordable city for renters?

North Pole is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,802/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($92,273/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Pole falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in North Pole?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,802/mo in North Pole. The local median household income is $92,273/yr, meaning the typical North Pole household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Pole?

Rent in North Pole has decreased 7.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does North Pole rent compare to other cities in Alaska?

North Pole is middle-of-the-pack for Alaska for rent, ranking #3 out of 6 tracked cities at $1,802/mo.

What percentage of North Pole residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.1% of North Pole households are renters, while 55.9% are owner-occupied. North Pole leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Pole rent compare to the national average?

North Pole's median rent of $1,802/mo is $163 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Alaska, it ranks #3 out of 6 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,802/mo, rent takes ~23% of North Pole's median household income ($92,273/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Pole 23%Benchmark 30%
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