Affordable & Income-Based Housing in North Pole

Affordability in North Pole, AK

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in North Pole is $1,304 per month, the median household income is $92,273 annually, and approximately 44% of residents rent their homes. These figures provide context for what affordable and income-based housing programs in this area are designed to help renters access.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the North Pole Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 281 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Of the 1 HUD-assisted property in North Pole, 1 has been inspected and received an excellent score. No properties in the city are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to available flood mapping data.

Getting Around North Pole

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in North Pole has a Walk Score of 23 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 33. No Transit Score is available. Most errands and trips will require a personal vehicle.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 5 schools across 1 district serve North Pole, including 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in North Pole, AK

The median household income in North Pole is $92,273 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median market rent is $1,304 per month, according to the same source.

Income-based housing in North Pole is limited, with just 1 assisted property and 6 total units available. Qualifying renters may pay significantly less than the market median, with rent tied to a percentage of household income rather than market rates.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

The one HUD-assisted property in North Pole has been mapped for flood zones, but none of its units fall within a high-risk flood area, according to flood mapping data.