Haines, AK
Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$250K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.7/10
Schools
60 min
to Juneau
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Haines offers a quiet, nature‑rich environment with solid schools, but it lacks walkability, transit, and a diverse job market. Remote workers and retirees may appreciate the peace, but residents face high costs and isolation.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated local schools
- ✓Low crime rates
- ✓Abundant outdoor recreation
- ✓Peaceful, family‑friendly atmosphere
Real Talk
- !Limited employment opportunities
- !High cost of living for goods and services
- !Isolation and long travel times to larger cities
- !Infrastructure and broadband can be spotty
- $Higher fuel and transportation expenses
- $Premium prices for groceries and household goods
- $Higher insurance and utility costs in remote areas
Best For
Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Haines, AK
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
50% safer than the national average
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