Studio Apartment Rent in North Pole, AK
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in North Pole, Alaska as of July 2026. That's +36% lower than the citywide median of $1,802 and +10% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in North Pole
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in North Pole
Compare North Pole's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Alaska
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kenai | $900 |
| 2 | Fairbanks | $1,010 |
| 3 | Wasilla | $1,010 |
| 4 | Anchorage | $1,149 |
| 5 | North Pole (this page) | $1,160 |
| 6 | Eagle River | $1,440 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Alaska
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eagle River | $1,440 |
| 2 | North Pole (this page) | $1,160 |
| 3 | Anchorage | $1,149 |
| 4 | Wasilla | $1,010 |
| 5 | Fairbanks | $1,010 |
| 6 | Kenai | $900 |
Studio rent in North Pole — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in North Pole?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in North Pole, Alaska is $1,160 per month. This is +36% below the citywide median of $1,802.
What income do you need to afford a studio in North Pole?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $46,400 ($3,867/month gross), which works out to roughly $22.31/hour at a full-time job.
Is North Pole expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
North Pole's studio median of $1,160 is +10% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 40th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does North Pole rank for studio rent in Alaska?
Among the 6 cities in Alaska with studio data, North Pole ranks #5 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near North Pole?
Most nearby cities have similar or higher studio rents than North Pole.