Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Kotzebue

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Kotzebue is $1,565 per month, and the median household income is $110,357 annually. Just over half of residents -- 52% -- are renters, making access to income-based housing options especially relevant for a large share of the community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Kotzebue Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,088 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates vary based on local reporting practices and population size, so they are not directly comparable across cities.

Getting Around Kotzebue

According to Walk Score, the area around the assisted properties in Kotzebue has a Walk Score of 0 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 29. No Transit Score is available. Kotzebue is a remote Arctic community with no road connections to the broader Alaska highway system, so a personal vehicle or local alternatives are essential for most trips.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 3 schools across 1 district serve Kotzebue, including 1 elementary and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Kotzebue

The median household income in Kotzebue is $110,357 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Housing costs here are notable: the median rent is $1,565 per month, reflecting the higher cost of goods and services common in remote Alaska communities.

Affordable and income-based housing can make a meaningful difference for renters in this market. Lease Lantern tracks 1 HUD-assisted property with 5 units in Kotzebue.

Environment and Flood Risk

None of the HUD-assisted properties in Kotzebue are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood risk data. Of the 1 property tracked here, 0 fall in a high-risk area.