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Nome, AK
Nome · Unorganized Borough · AK 99762
Updated June 16, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Hard pass
Verdict
$250K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8/10
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Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
80/100
B+Quietness
80/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score69/100
Our Take
Nome is a very remote, cold town with limited walkability and services. If you’re looking for a quiet, low‑crime place and can handle the isolation, it might work, but most people will find the high cost of living and lack of amenities a barrier.
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The Good
- ✓Close to nature and fishing
- ✓Low crime rate
- ✓Strong community bonds
- ✓Unique Alaskan culture
Real Talk
- !Extreme cold and long winters
- !Isolation and difficulty getting supplies
- !Limited job market
- !High cost of utilities and goods
- $High utility bills
- $Expensive grocery and fuel shipping
- $Higher insurance premiums
Best For
Outdoor enthusiastsRetirees seeking solitudeRemote workers who don’t need commuteArtists looking for inspiration
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
Nome, AK
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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